Cellular respiration is a fundamental biological process that provides energy to cells through the breakdown of organic compounds. The process involves both aerobic and anaerobic pathways, with aerobic respiration being the most efficient method of energy production.
Key points:
- Aerobic respiration occurs in most eukaryotic organisms and some prokaryotes
- The process takes place in mitochondria and involves multiple stages
- Jak działa oddychanie komórkowe involves glucose breakdown through glycolysis, the citric acid cycle, and electron transport chain
- Energy is stored in ATP bonds with some released as heat
- The process can use various substrates including glucose, fats, and proteins
