Multiple Choice
Which of the following shows the correct steps of cellular respiration?
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11. Aerobic Respiration
Overview of Cellular Respiration
Multiple Choice
In aerobic cellular respiration, which substance is a primary waste product released by the cell?
A
Oxygen ()
B
Carbon dioxide ()
C
Glucose ()
D
ATP ()
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Understand that aerobic cellular respiration is a process where cells convert glucose and oxygen into energy, specifically ATP, while releasing waste products.
Recall the overall chemical equation for aerobic respiration: \(\text{C}_6\text{H}_{12}\text{O}_6 + 6\text{O}_2 \rightarrow 6\text{CO}_2 + 6\text{H}_2\text{O} + \text{ATP}\).
Identify the reactants: glucose (\(\text{C}_6\text{H}_{12}\text{O}_6\)) and oxygen (\(\text{O}_2\)), which are consumed during the process.
Recognize the products: carbon dioxide (\(\text{CO}_2\)), water (\(\text{H}_2\text{O}\)), and ATP, where ATP is the energy currency used by the cell, and carbon dioxide and water are waste products.
Conclude that the primary waste product released by the cell during aerobic respiration is carbon dioxide (\(\text{CO}_2\)), not oxygen, glucose, or ATP.
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