Physical breathing vs cell respiration Flashcards
What is physical breathing
Inhaling and exhaling gases between the cells and the environment.
Involves various respiratory structures such as the windpipe, lungs, and nose.
Occurs in the lungs and involves the nose, mouth, and pharynx.
What is cell respiration
Cellular respiration is the process by which cells convert sugars into energy. It involves the breakdown of glucose to produce ATP, a molecule that provides energy for cellular activities.
Compare Physical breathing to cell respiration
breathing is the process of exchanging gases between the environment and the body, while cellular respiration is the process of breaking down glucose to produce energy that can be used by our body cells.