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Distinguish between Aerobic and anaerobic respiration.

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Difference between Aerobic and anaerobic respiration:

Aerobic respirationAnaerobic respiration
Proceeds in the presence of oxygen.Proceeds without using oxygen.
Complete breakdown of glucose.Incomplete breakdown of glucose.
End products are carbon dioxide and water.End-products are ethyl alcohol and carbon dioxide.
Energy liberated in large quantity (38 ATP) from one mole of glucose.Energy liberated in small quantity (2 ATP) from one mole of glucose.
Occurs normally throughout life.Occurs temporarily for short periods.

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