Cell Respiration

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What is aerobic respiration?

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Aerobic respiration is a metabolic process that requires oxygen to convert glucose into energy (ATP).

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What is anaerobic respiration?

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Anaerobic respiration is a metabolic process that occurs without oxygen, resulting in the partial breakdown of glucose and the production of energy (ATP) along with byproducts like lactic acid or ethanol.

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What is the main product of the Krebs Cycle?

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The main products of the Krebs Cycle include carbon dioxide (CO2), ATP, NADH, and FADH2.

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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, allowing for the production of a large amount of ATP.

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What is glycolysis?

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Glycolysis is the first step in cellular respiration where glucose is broken down into pyruvate, producing a small amount of ATP and NADH.

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What is the Electron Transport Chain?

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The Electron Transport Chain is the final stage of cellular respiration where electrons are transferred through a series of proteins, leading to the production of the majority of ATP.

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What is ATP and its function?

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ATP (adenosine triphosphate) is the energy currency of the cell, providing energy for various cellular processes.

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What are the end products of anaerobic respiration in humans?

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The end products of anaerobic respiration in humans are lactic acid and a small amount of ATP.

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What is the significance of the Krebs Cycle?

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The Krebs Cycle is significant because it generates electron carriers (NADH and FADH2) that are used in the Electron Transport Chain to produce ATP.

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What is the Light Independent Reaction (Calvin Cycle)?

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The Light Independent Reaction, or Calvin Cycle, is the stage of photosynthesis that does not require light and uses ATP and NADPH to convert carbon dioxide into glucose.