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 are the two main types of cellular respiration?

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Aerobic respiration (requires oxygen) and anaerobic respiration (does not require oxygen).

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Where does glycolysis occur in the cell?

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Glycolysis occurs in the cytoplasm.

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What is the main product of glycolysis?

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The main product of glycolysis is pyruvate.

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What is the Kreb Cycle also known as?

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The Kreb Cycle is also known as the citric acid cycle.

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Where does the Kreb Cycle take place?

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The Kreb Cycle takes place in the mitochondria.

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What is the role of the electron transport chain (ETC) in cellular respiration?

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The ETC is responsible for producing the majority of ATP during cellular respiration by transferring electrons and pumping protons.

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What is the final electron acceptor in aerobic respiration?

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The final electron acceptor in aerobic respiration is oxygen.

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What is fermentation?

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Fermentation is a type of anaerobic respiration that allows organisms to generate energy without oxygen.

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Can all organisms perform glycolysis?

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Yes, all organisms are capable of glycolysis.

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