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 the main purpose of glycolysis?

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The main purpose of glycolysis is to break down glucose into pyruvate, producing a small amount of ATP and NADH in the process.

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What happens during fermentation?

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Fermentation is an anaerobic process that allows glycolysis to continue producing ATP when oxygen is not available, resulting in products like lactic acid or ethanol.

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What is the net gain of ATP from glycolysis?

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The net gain of ATP during glycolysis is 2 ATP molecules.

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What is the waste energy produced during cellular respiration?

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The waste energy from respiration is given off as heat.

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What is the equation for cellular respiration?

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The correct equation for cellular respiration is: 6O₂ + C₆H₁₂O₆ → 6CO₂ + 6H₂O + Energy.

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What are the three main stages of cellular respiration?

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The three main stages of cellular respiration are glycolysis, the Krebs cycle, and the electron transport chain.

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Where does glycolysis occur in the cell?

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Glycolysis occurs in the cytoplasm of the cell.

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What is the role of NADH in cellular respiration?

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NADH acts as an electron carrier, transporting electrons to the electron transport chain for ATP production.

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What is the Krebs cycle also known as?

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The Krebs cycle is also known as the citric acid cycle.