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Which gas present in the air is essential for aerobic respiration? What is the role of oxygen during respiration?


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  • Oxygen is the gas present in air that is essential for aerobic respiration.
  • In a cell, the glucose is broken down into carbon dioxide and water using oxygen. And the breakdown of food releases energy. Ths process is called cellular respiration.

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