Cellular Respiration & Photorespiration

Cellular respiration is the metabolic process in which cells break down glucose & other Organic molecules using oxygen to produce usable energy in the form of Adenosine Triphosphate (ATP), releasing carbon dioxide & water as waste products. ATP is the source of chemical energy that is essential for survival, growth, reproduction & function of cells. There are two forms of Cellular respiration: Aerobic respiration, which requires oxygen to produce large amounts of ATP. Roughly 36-38 ATP per glucose. Anaerobic respiration, which doesnot require oxygen to function, resulting in less ATP. The Equation:The Aerobic process can be summarized as C6H12O6+6O2→6Co2+6H2O+Energy. It occurs in three main stages: 1) Glycolysis 2)The Citric Acid Cycle (Krebs cycle) & 3) The Electron Transport Chain. This resource revises Cellular respiration & within Cellular respiration there are three key concepts: -Aerobic respiration -Anaerobic respiration -Factors affecting respiration. Photorespiration. The detailed information & in depth notes are provided in the document. Use this resource to refresh your memory, reinforce your understanding of these concepts, & prepare more effectively for university-level learning.