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Ch. 11 Sec. 2
Respiration
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7th Grade
10/22/2012

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Define respiration.
Definition
The Process by which cells obtain energy from glucose.
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What happens during respiration?
Definition
Cells break down simple food molecules such as sugar and release the energy they contain.
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Define fermentation.
Definition
An energy-releasing process that does NOT require oxygen.
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What is cellular respiration?
Definition
The respiration process that takes place INSIDE cells.
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What goes on in the mitochondria?
Definition
Location of the second stage of respiration. Small molecules are broken down into even smaller molecules.
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What goes on in the cytoplasm?
Definition
The first stage of respiration. Molecules of glucose are broken down into smaller molecules.
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Name the two types of fermentation.
Definition
Alcoholic Fermentation and Lactic Acid Fermentation.
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