Cellular Respiration

Front

What is the cell part (organelle) where cellular respiration happens?

Back

Mitochondria

Front

How are cellular respiration and photosynthesis related?

Back

They are exact opposites.

Front

What is needed for cellular respiration and is absorbed from the air?

Back

Oxygen

Front

What are the waste products leftover after cellular respiration?

Back

Water and carbon dioxide.

Front

What does cellular respiration do to glucose molecules?

Back

It breaks them.

Front

What is the main purpose of cellular respiration?

Back

To convert glucose into energy (ATP) for the cell.

Front

What is the chemical equation for cellular respiration?

Back

C6H12O6 + 6O2 → 6CO2 + 6H2O + energy (ATP)

Front

What is ATP and why is it important?

Back

ATP (adenosine triphosphate) is the energy currency of the cell.

Front

What role does glucose play in cellular respiration?

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Glucose is the primary fuel that is broken down to produce energy.

Front

What is the difference between aerobic and anaerobic respiration?

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Aerobic respiration requires oxygen, while anaerobic respiration does not.