Biology Flashcards on Cellular Respiration
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Biology Flashcards on Cellular Respiration

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What role does cellular respiration play in the water cycle?

It releases H2O to the atmosphere during electron transport.

What is the net ATP production at this stage of cellular respiration?

2 ATP

It is used by every living cell.

True

What is the main difference between aerobic respiration and anaerobic respiration?

<p>Aerobic respiration requires oxygen to proceed, but anaerobic respiration does not.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which statement could be categorized only in the anaerobic section of the Venn diagram?

<p>Has commercial uses</p> Signup and view all the answers

How many ATP are generated in the electron transport chain?

<p>32</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which is required for both anaerobic respiration and aerobic respiration?

<p>Glucose</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which is a similarity between alcohol fermentation and aerobic respiration?

<p>Both start with glycolysis</p> Signup and view all the answers

What do alcohol fermentation, acetyl CoA formation, and the Krebs cycle have in common?

<p>All produce carbon dioxide</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which is a commercial use for lactic acid fermentation?

<p>Making cheese</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the chemical equation for cellular respiration?

<p>Glucose + Oxygen → Carbon dioxide + Water</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which process occurs in the structures labeled X in a eukaryotic cell?

<p>Krebs cycle</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which statement should be categorized only in the aerobic section of the Venn diagram?

<p>Produces water</p> Signup and view all the answers

What do aerobic respiration and anaerobic respiration have in common?

<p>Both begin with glycolysis</p> Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Cellular Respiration Overview

  • Cellular respiration releases water (H2O) into the atmosphere during the electron transport chain, contributing to the water cycle.
  • Every living cell utilizes cellular respiration, emphasizing its universal importance in life processes.

ATP Production

  • The net ATP production in a specific stage of cellular respiration is 2 ATP.
  • The electron transport chain is highly efficient, generating 32 ATP.

Types of Respiration

  • Aerobic respiration requires oxygen, while anaerobic respiration does not.
  • Both processes require glucose as a fundamental energy source.

Fermentation Processes

  • Alcohol fermentation and aerobic respiration share the initial step of glycolysis.
  • Both fermentation (alcohol and lactic acid) produce carbon dioxide, an important factor in metabolic processes.
  • Lactic acid fermentation has commercial applications such as in cheese production.

Comparison of Aerobic and Anaerobic Respiration

  • Anaerobic respiration is utilized commercially in the production of beer, wine, bread, yogurt, and cheese.
  • A distinguishing factor for aerobic respiration includes the production of water.

Chemical Equation

  • The overall reaction for cellular respiration can be summarized as:
    • Glucose + Oxygen → Carbon Dioxide + Water, with energy produced in the form of ATP.

Krebs Cycle

  • The Krebs cycle occurs in specific structures within eukaryotic cells, vital for the breakdown of organic material and energy extraction.

Similarities and Differences

  • Both aerobic and anaerobic respiration start with glycolysis.
  • Anaerobic respiration has unique commercial applications not shared with aerobic respiration.

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Test your knowledge on cellular respiration with these flashcards! Each card covers vital concepts, including its role in the water cycle and ATP production. Perfect for biology students looking to enhance their understanding of cellular processes.

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