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What is the primary purpose of cellular respiration?
What is the primary purpose of cellular respiration?
- To break down waste products in the cells
- To produce oxygen for the cells
- To produce adenosine triphosphate (ATP) for energy (correct)
- To convert nutrients into proteins for the cells
Which inorganic electron acceptor is commonly involved in cellular respiration?
Which inorganic electron acceptor is commonly involved in cellular respiration?
- Hydrogen peroxide
- Oxygen (correct)
- Carbon dioxide
- Nitrogen
What type of reactions are involved in cellular respiration?
What type of reactions are involved in cellular respiration?
- Neutral reactions
- Catabolic reactions (correct)
- Anabolic reactions
- Oxidative reactions
In which organisms does cellular respiration occur?
In which organisms does cellular respiration occur?
What is the end product of cellular respiration?
What is the end product of cellular respiration?