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How does respiration in plants differ between meristematic tissue and mature regions?
How does respiration in plants differ between meristematic tissue and mature regions?
- Respiration is equally rapid in both meristematic tissue and mature regions.
- Mature regions exhibit slower respiration than meristematic tissue. (correct)
- Meristematic tissue shows slower respiration compared to mature regions.
- Meristematic tissue does not engage in respiration unlike mature regions.
What is the main function of lenticels in plants?
What is the main function of lenticels in plants?
- To facilitate gaseous exchange with the environment (correct)
- To generate energy for respiration
- To release carbon dioxide into the atmosphere
- To absorb oxygen from the surroundings
How do aquatic organisms compensate for the lower dissolved oxygen in water?
How do aquatic organisms compensate for the lower dissolved oxygen in water?
- By utilizing oxygen stored in their gills
- By breathing more rapidly through their mouth (correct)
- By converting carbon dioxide to oxygen
- By decreasing their respiratory rate
What is the main purpose of the respiratory system in animals?
What is the main purpose of the respiratory system in animals?
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How does the trachea contribute to the respiratory process in humans?
How does the trachea contribute to the respiratory process in humans?
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What is the main difference between aerobic respiration and anaerobic respiration?
What is the main difference between aerobic respiration and anaerobic respiration?
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Which molecules result from the breakdown of glucose in aerobic respiration?
Which molecules result from the breakdown of glucose in aerobic respiration?
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Why is oxygen essential in aerobic respiration?
Why is oxygen essential in aerobic respiration?
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In which organelle does aerobic respiration primarily take place?
In which organelle does aerobic respiration primarily take place?
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What is the net gain of ATP molecules produced from one glucose molecule in aerobic respiration?
What is the net gain of ATP molecules produced from one glucose molecule in aerobic respiration?
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