5 Questions
During cellular respiration, what is the primary purpose of oxidizing biological fuels in the presence of an inorganic electron acceptor?
To drive the bulk production of adenosine triphosphate (ATP)
What is the main role of cellular respiration in the cells of living organisms?
To convert chemical energy from nutrients into ATP
In cellular respiration, what type of reaction occurs to break large molecules into smaller ones and produce large amounts of energy?
Catabolic reactions
Which nutrient is commonly used by animal and plant cells in cellular respiration?
Sugar
What is the most common oxidizing agent in cellular respiration?
Molecular oxygen (O2)
Test your knowledge about the vital process of cellular respiration, which involves the conversion of chemical energy from nutrients into ATP. Learn about the metabolic reactions and processes that drive the production of energy in the cells of organisms.
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