Question

Define the following:
Respiration

Answer 1

Respiration:

1. Respiration is a type of metabolic process that occurs in living cells.
2. It is the process by which down food is broken down into carbon dioxide and water to liberate energy in the form of ATP.

Types of respiration:

1. Depending on the use of oxygen, respiration can be classified into two types namely, aerobic and anaerobic respiration.
2. When the food is broken down in the presence of oxygen, it is known as aerobic respiration.
3. When the food is broken down in the absence of oxygen, it is known as anaerobic respiration.