Question

what are the main differences between aerobic and anaerobic respiration?

Answer 1

Cellular respiration is a special process where cells produce energy in the form of ATP (adenosine triphosphate). There are two types of cellular respiration, namely aerobic and anaerobic, which the cells can use to produce energy, depending on the availability of oxygen. The literal meaning between aerobic and anaerobic lies in that the former process is carried out with oxygen while the latter without oxygen.

Answer 2

■ Anaerobic respiration

♤ 1. This process take place in absence of oxygen.

♤ 2. Incomplete breakdown of glucose take place.

♤ 3. End products are Ethanol, Carbon dioxide and Energy.

♤ 4. It occurs in yeast and sometimes in muscle cell of human being.

♤ 5. Less amount of energy is released during this process.

■ Aerobic respiration

♤ 1. This process take place in the presence of oxygen.

♤ 2. Complete breakdown of glucose take place.

♤ 3. End products are Carbon dioxide,Water and Energy.

♤ 4. It occurs in plants and animals.

♤ 5. More amount of energy is released during this process.