7 - AEROBIC RESPIRATION (BASICS) Flashcards
1
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What is aerobic respiration?
A
Aerobic respiration is the splitting of CO2 reuniting hydrogen with atmospheric oxygen (to release a large amount of energy) and carbon dioxide as a waste product.
2
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What is the general purpose of aerobic respiration?
A
Using energy to phosphorylate ADP to ATP, and ATP Is used to provide energy for biological processes inside a cell.