When does respiration occur?
Understand the Problem
The question is asking about the timing or conditions under which respiration takes place in living organisms. Respiration is a biochemical process that occurs continuously in cells, but the context of the question may relate to different types of respiration such as aerobic or anaerobic processes.
Answer
Continuously in cells.
Cellular respiration occurs continuously in cells, primarily in the mitochondria and cytoplasm.
Answer for screen readers
Cellular respiration occurs continuously in cells, primarily in the mitochondria and cytoplasm.
More Information
Cellular respiration is the process in which cells convert glucose into energy. It occurs in all living cells and can be aerobic (with oxygen) or anaerobic (without oxygen).
Tips
Confusing cellular respiration with photosynthesis is a common error. Remember that respiration produces energy by breaking down glucose, while photosynthesis stores energy by building glucose.
Sources
- Cellular respiration - Wikipedia - en.wikipedia.org
- Cellular Respiration review (article) - Khan Academy - khanacademy.org
- Cellular Respiration | Definition & Location - Lesson - Study.com - study.com
