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What is the primary purpose of respiration in living organisms?
What is the primary purpose of respiration in living organisms?
- To synthesize proteins for cellular functions
- To store excess nutrients for future use
- To produce energy by converting glucose into ATP (correct)
- To regulate body temperature
Which organelle is primarily responsible for the process of respiration in eukaryotic cells?
Which organelle is primarily responsible for the process of respiration in eukaryotic cells?
- Lysosome
- Endoplasmic reticulum
- Mitochondria (correct)
- Golgi apparatus
During respiration, what gas is taken in by organisms and what gas is released as a byproduct?
During respiration, what gas is taken in by organisms and what gas is released as a byproduct?
- Oxygen is taken in, nitrogen is released
- Oxygen is taken in, carbon dioxide is released (correct)
- Nitrogen is taken in, oxygen is released
- Carbon dioxide is taken in, oxygen is released
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Study Notes
Purpose of Respiration
- Primary function is to convert nutrients into energy, specifically ATP (adenosine triphosphate).
- Respiration supports various life processes, including growth, repair, and maintenance of cellular functions.
Organelle Responsible for Respiration
- Mitochondria are the primary organelles for respiration in eukaryotic cells.
- Known as the "powerhouses of the cell," they facilitate aerobic respiration.
Gases Involved in Respiration
- Oxygen is the gas taken in by organisms during respiration.
- Carbon dioxide is released as a byproduct of the respiration process.
Additional Questions Translated
- "Kedu ihe bụ ike ịchọrọ n'okpuru nke ịkpọtara n'ime mmụọ?" translates to "What is the energy required for respiration?"
- "Nkeji kedu bụ ike ịchọrọ n'okpuru nke ịkpọtara?" translates to "What is the energy required for cellular respiration?"
- "Kedu ihe bụ ike ịchọrọ n'okpuru mgbanwe?" translates to "What is the energy needed for transformation?"
Energy Requirements
- Respiration requires energy in the form of glucose or other organic molecules.
- Energy obtained during respiration is essential for cellular activities and metabolic processes.
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Test your knowledge about the primary purpose of respiration, the organelle responsible for the process in eukaryotic cells, and the gases involved in the respiration process in living organisms.
