Question

The respiration carried in the absence of oxygen is called

• A. Aerobic respiration
• B. Anaerobic respiration
• C. Mastication
• D. Haemoglobin respiration

Answer 1

The correct option is B Anaerobic respiration

• In anaerobic respiration, glucose breaks down without oxygen.
• The chemical reaction transfers energy from glucose to the cell.
• Anaerobic respiration produces lactic acid, rather than carbon dioxide and water. Hence, The respiration carried in the absence of oxygen is called anaerobic respiration.

So, the correct answer is 'anaerobic respiration'.