Practice Flashcard - 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 and anaerobic respiration.

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Which type of respiration is more efficient in producing ATP?

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Aerobic respiration is more efficient than anaerobic respiration.

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What is the primary purpose of fermentation in cellular respiration?

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Fermentation allows cellular respiration to continue under anaerobic conditions by regenerating NAD+.

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Where does the electron transport chain occur in the cell?

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The electron transport chain occurs in the mitochondria.

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What is ATP and why is it important?

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

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How many ATP molecules are produced during aerobic respiration?

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Aerobic respiration can produce up to 36-38 ATP molecules per glucose molecule.

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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 ATP.

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What are the byproducts of cellular respiration?

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The byproducts of cellular respiration are carbon dioxide and water.

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Which organisms perform cellular respiration?

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All organisms, including animals, plants, and bacteria, perform cellular respiration.