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 main stages of cellular respiration?

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The main stages of cellular respiration are glycolysis, the Krebs cycle, and the electron transport chain.

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Where does glycolysis occur?

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Glycolysis occurs in the cytoplasm of the cell.

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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, allowing for the production of ATP.

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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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What is the difference between aerobic and anaerobic respiration?

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Aerobic respiration requires oxygen and produces more ATP, while anaerobic respiration occurs without oxygen and produces less ATP.

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What are the products of glycolysis?

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The products of glycolysis are 2 pyruvate molecules, 2 ATP, and 2 NADH.

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What is the Krebs cycle?

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The Krebs cycle, also known as the citric acid cycle, is a series of chemical reactions used by all aerobic organisms to generate energy through the oxidation of acetyl-CoA.

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What is the electron transport chain?

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The electron transport chain is a series of protein complexes in the inner mitochondrial membrane that transfer electrons and pump protons to create a proton gradient for ATP synthesis.

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How does temperature affect cellular respiration?

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As temperature increases, the rate of cellular respiration generally increases, up to a certain point, after which it may decrease due to enzyme denaturation.