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What is the difference between breathing and respiration?
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Difference between Breathing and Respiration:
| Breathing | Respiration |
|---|---|
| Breathing is a physical process. | Respiration is a bio-chemical process. |
| Air containing oxygen is taken into the lungs and air loaded with carbon dioxide is given out. | Oxygen taken in is used in oxidizing glucose and energy is released. |
| Lungs are mainly involved. | Occurs in all living cells of the body. |
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