Which of these is the main difference between aerobic respiration and anaerobic respiration?

A.
Anaerobic respiration does not consume glucose.
B.
Anaerobic respiration does not release energy.
C.
Anaerobic respiration does not require oxygen.
D.
Anaerobic respiration does not produce ATP.

1 answer

The main difference between aerobic respiration and anaerobic respiration is:

C. Anaerobic respiration does not require oxygen.

Aerobic respiration occurs in the presence of oxygen, while anaerobic respiration occurs in the absence of oxygen. Both types of respiration can produce energy, but the processes and end products differ.