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What are the differences between aerobic and anaerobic respiration? Name some organisms that use the anaerobic mode of respiration.
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| Aerobic respiration | Anaerobic 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. |
| More energy is released. | Less energy is released. |
Some organisms that use the anaerobic mode of respiration are yeast, lactic acid bacteria and some parasitic worms like tape worm.
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