Unit 5 Review - Condensed for Midterm

Front

What organelle is responsible for the aerobic portion of cellular respiration?

Back

Mitochondria

Front

Which organisms perform cellular respiration?

Back

Both animals and plants

Front

What is the main difference between ATP and ADP?

Back

ATP has three phosphates; ADP has two.

Front

What is the correct equation for cellular respiration?

Back

6O₂ + C₆H₁₂O₆ -> 6CO₂ + 6H₂O + Energy

Front

How many ATPs are produced in the Krebs cycle?

Back

2 ATPs

Front

What is the primary function of ATP in cells?

Back

ATP serves as the main energy currency of the cell.

Front

What is the role of oxygen in cellular respiration?

Back

Oxygen acts as the final electron acceptor in the electron transport chain.

Front

What are the end products of cellular respiration?

Back

Carbon dioxide, water, and energy (ATP).

Front

What is glycolysis?

Back

Glycolysis is the process of breaking down glucose into pyruvate, producing a small amount of ATP.

Front

Where does the Krebs cycle occur?

Back

In the mitochondria.