Question

Identify the similarity between aerobic and anaerobic respiration.

• A. Food is broken down in both processes.
• B. Both occur in the absence of oxygen.
• C. Both occur in the presence of oxygen.
• D. Both release the same amount of energy.

Answer 1

The correct option is A Food is broken down in both processes.

In both aerobic and anaerobic respiration, the food is broken down to release energy. In aerobic respiration the break down of food occurs in the presence of oxygen and in anaerobic, it occurs in the absence of oxygen.