What are the differences between aerobic and anaerobic respiration? Name some organisms that use the anaerobic mode of respiration.
- Aerobic Respiration: Uses oxygen to break down glucose into carbon dioxide, water, and lots of energy. It happens in the mitochondria.
- Anaerobic Respiration: Does not use oxygen and produces less energy. It breaks down glucose into products like lactic acid or ethanol. Some organisms that use anaerobic respiration include yeast (which produces ethanol) and some bacteria (which can produce lactic acid).
