Cellular Respiration

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What is the purpose of cellular respiration?

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The purpose of cellular respiration is to produce energy.

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What is the relationship between photosynthesis and cellular respiration?

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They are opposite reactions. The raw materials for one reaction are the products of the other reaction.

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What is the energy produced by respiration called?

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The energy produced by respiration is in the form of adenosine triphosphate (ATP).

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Where in the cell does respiration occur?

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Respiration occurs in the mitochondria.

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Which organisms undergo cellular respiration?

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Both animals and plants undergo cellular respiration.

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What are the raw materials needed for cellular respiration?

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The raw materials needed for cellular respiration are glucose and oxygen.

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What are the products of cellular respiration?

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

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What is the chemical equation for cellular respiration?

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The chemical equation for cellular respiration is: C6H12O6 + 6O2 → 6CO2 + 6H2O + energy (ATP).

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What role does oxygen play in cellular respiration?

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Oxygen is used to help break down glucose to release energy.

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What is anaerobic respiration?

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Anaerobic respiration is a type of respiration that occurs without oxygen.