Cellular Respiration

Front

Where in the cell does respiration occur?

Back

Mitochondria

Front

Is the formula a reactant or product of respiration?

Back

Reactant

Front

What is the waste gas given off by cellular respiration?

Back

Carbon dioxide

Front

What is the process that converts food (glucose) into energy called?

Back

Cellular Respiration

Front

Which organisms go through cellular respiration?

Back

Both animals and plants

Front

What is the main purpose of cellular respiration?

Back

To convert glucose into energy (ATP).

Front

What is the chemical equation for cellular respiration?

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Glucose + Oxygen → Carbon Dioxide + Water + Energy (ATP)

Front

What is ATP?

Back

Adenosine triphosphate, the energy currency of the cell.

Front

What role do mitochondria play in the cell?

Back

They are the powerhouse of the cell, where cellular respiration occurs.

Front

What is the difference between aerobic and anaerobic respiration?

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Aerobic respiration requires oxygen, while anaerobic respiration does not.