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What is the chemical equation for cellular respiration?
What is the chemical equation for cellular respiration?
- Glucose + Carbon Dioxide → Oxygen + Energy
- Carbon Dioxide + Water → Glucose + Oxygen
- Glucose + Oxygen → Carbon Dioxide + Water (correct)
- Oxygen + Water → Glucose + Energy
What is the net ATP production at this stage of cellular respiration?
What is the net ATP production at this stage of cellular respiration?
2 ATP
During which stage of cellular respiration is glucose broken down into two molecules of pyruvic acid?
During which stage of cellular respiration is glucose broken down into two molecules of pyruvic acid?
glycolysis
What role does cellular respiration play in the carbon cycle?
What role does cellular respiration play in the carbon cycle?
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How many ATP are generated in the electron transport chain?
How many ATP are generated in the electron transport chain?
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Which is a similarity between alcohol fermentation and aerobic respiration?
Which is a similarity between alcohol fermentation and aerobic respiration?
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Which statement should be categorized only in the aerobic section of the Venn diagram?
Which statement should be categorized only in the aerobic section of the Venn diagram?
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Study Notes
Cellular Respiration Overview
- The chemical equation for cellular respiration: glucose + oxygen → carbon dioxide + water.
- Energy is necessary for the process, typically derived from light in photosynthetic organisms.
ATP Production
- The net ATP yield during glycolysis is 2 ATP molecules.
- The electron transport chain significantly contributes to ATP production, generating 32 ATP.
Glycolysis
- Glycolysis is the initial stage of cellular respiration, where glucose is converted into two molecules of pyruvic acid.
Carbon Cycle Interaction
- Cellular respiration plays a crucial role in the carbon cycle by releasing carbon dioxide into the atmosphere during the formation of acetyl CoA.
Fermentation Comparison
- Alcohol fermentation and aerobic respiration share a key similarity: both processes begin with glycolysis.
Aerobic Respiration Specifics
- A unique characteristic of aerobic respiration is the production of water as a byproduct.
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