Question
List the similarities and differences between aerobic and anaerobic respiration.
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Aerobic
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Anaerobic
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It uses oxygen in the process.
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Anaerobic respiration takes place in the absence of oxygen.
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In this process, glucose is completely broken down into $\mathrm{CO}_2$ , Water along with release of energy.
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In this process, glucose is broken into ethyl alcohol, $\mathrm{CO}_2$ and energy.
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It occurs in all organisms like mammals.
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It usually occurs in lower organisms like yeast (fungi) and bacteria. It can occur muscles of higher organisms during heavy activities.
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Glucose + Oxygen → Carbon dioxide + Water + Energy
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Glucose → Ethyl alcohol + Carbon dioxide + Energy
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