Cellular Respiration Concepts

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How many ATP are gained through glycolysis?

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2

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Where does aerobic respiration take place?

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Mitochondria

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The energy stored in glucose is transferred to ________________.

Back

A molecule known as ATP

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Aerobic means __________ .

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"requires oxygen"

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Where does glycolysis take place?

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Cytoplasm

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What is the main purpose of cellular respiration?

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To convert glucose into usable energy (ATP).

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What are the three main stages of cellular respiration?

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Glycolysis, Krebs Cycle, Electron Transport Chain.

Front

What is produced during glycolysis?

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2 ATP, 2 NADH, and 2 pyruvate molecules.

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What is the role of oxygen in aerobic respiration?

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Oxygen 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, while anaerobic respiration does not.