Cellular Respiration

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What is Cellular Respiration?

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

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What is an Autotroph?

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An autotroph is an organism that produces its own food, typically through photosynthesis or chemosynthesis.

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What is a Heterotroph?

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A heterotroph is an organism that cannot produce its own food and must consume other organisms for energy.

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What is the main purpose of Cellular Respiration?

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The main purpose of cellular respiration is to convert biochemical energy from nutrients into ATP, which powers cellular activities.

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What is the equation for Cellular Respiration?

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C6H12O6 + 6O2 -> 6CO2 + 6H2O + ATP.

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How does temperature affect respiration rate?

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As temperature increases, the respiration rate typically increases until it reaches an optimal point, after which it may decrease.

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What is ATP?

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ATP (adenosine triphosphate) is the energy currency of the cell, used to store and transfer energy for various cellular processes.

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What is the role of oxygen in Cellular Respiration?

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Oxygen is essential for aerobic respiration as it acts as the final electron acceptor in the electron transport chain.

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What is the difference between aerobic and anaerobic respiration?

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Aerobic respiration requires oxygen and produces more ATP, while anaerobic respiration occurs without oxygen and produces less ATP.

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What is the byproduct of Cellular Respiration?

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The byproducts of cellular respiration are carbon dioxide and water.