Cellular Respiration

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What is cellular respiration?

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Cellular respiration is a biochemical process in which cells convert glucose and oxygen into energy (ATP), carbon dioxide, and water.

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What are the two main types of cellular respiration?

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Aerobic respiration (requires oxygen) and anaerobic respiration (occurs without oxygen).

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What is the primary purpose of cellular respiration?

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The primary purpose of cellular respiration is to produce ATP, the energy currency of the cell.

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What is the chemical equation for aerobic respiration?

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C₆H₁₂O₆ + 6O₂ → 6CO₂ + 6H₂O + ATP.

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Where does anaerobic respiration occur?

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Anaerobic respiration occurs in the cytoplasm of cells.

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What is produced during anaerobic respiration in animals?

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Lactic acid and ATP are produced during anaerobic respiration in animals.

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What is produced during anaerobic respiration in yeast?

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Ethanol, carbon dioxide, and ATP are produced during anaerobic respiration in yeast.

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What role do mitochondria play in cellular respiration?

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Mitochondria are the organelles where aerobic respiration occurs, producing ATP.

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What are the reactants of cellular respiration?

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The reactants of cellular respiration are glucose (C₆H₁₂O₆) and oxygen (O₂).

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What are the products of cellular respiration?

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The products of cellular respiration are carbon dioxide (CO₂), water (H₂O), and ATP.