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What is the primary purpose of cellular respiration?
What is the primary purpose of cellular respiration?
- To break down ATP into nutrients
- To produce inorganic electron acceptors
- To convert nutrients into waste products
- To drive the bulk production of adenosine triphosphate (ATP) (correct)
What type of reaction are the reactions involved in respiration?
What type of reaction are the reactions involved in respiration?
- Reductive reactions
- Anabolic reactions
- Catabolic reactions (correct)
- Oxidative reactions
What are the common nutrients used by animal and plant cells in respiration?
What are the common nutrients used by animal and plant cells in respiration?
- Starch, cellulose, and chlorophyll
- Sugar, amino acids, and fatty acids (correct)
- Proteins, lipids, and vitamins
- Carbohydrates, nucleic acids, and minerals
What is the most common oxidizing agent in cellular respiration?
What is the most common oxidizing agent in cellular respiration?
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Why is cellular respiration considered an unusual combustion reaction?
Why is cellular respiration considered an unusual combustion reaction?
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