What occurs during cellular respiration?
Understand the Problem
The question is asking about the process and events that take place during cellular respiration, which involves the conversion of glucose and oxygen into energy, carbon dioxide, and water. It involves several metabolic pathways such as glycolysis, the Krebs cycle, and oxidative phosphorylation.
Answer
Glucose is broken down into carbon dioxide and water, producing ATP.
During cellular respiration, glucose is broken down into carbon dioxide and water, and ATP is produced.
Answer for screen readers
During cellular respiration, glucose is broken down into carbon dioxide and water, and ATP is produced.
More Information
ATP is the primary energy carrier in cells. Most ATP is produced during the later stage of cellular respiration called oxidative phosphorylation.
Tips
A common mistake is confusing photosynthesis with cellular respiration. Remember, cellular respiration is about breaking down glucose to release energy, while photosynthesis is about creating glucose.
Sources
- Steps of cellular respiration - Khan Academy - khanacademy.org
- Cellular Respiration - Biology LibreTexts - bio.libretexts.org
- Cellular respiration review - Khan Academy - khanacademy.org
