Cellular Respiration

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In cellular respiration, where does the electron transport chain take place?

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The mitochondria.

Front

What does the word stem '-lysis' mean?

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To break.

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What enters the Kreb's Cycle in the mitochondria if oxygen is available?

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Pyruvate.

Front

How many net molecules of ATP are produced in Glycolysis?

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2.

Front

What is the chemical formula for glucose?

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C₆H₁₂O₆.

Front

What is the primary 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, Kreb's Cycle, and 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 cellular respiration?

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

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What is fermentation?

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An anaerobic process that allows for the production of energy without oxygen.