CAIE IGCSE Biology 12.3.2 Anaerobic Respiration Energy Yield
Practise comparing the energy released per glucose molecule by anaerobic and aerobic respiration in cells.
- Syllabus
- 2026–2028
- Course
- Biology 0610
Exam points
- state that anaerobic respiration releases much less energy per glucose molecule
- compare energy yield only alongside valid differences in oxygen use and products
- reject statements claiming anaerobic respiration releases more energy than aerobic respiration
12.3.2—Anaerobic respiration releases much question 1
[Maximum number: 1]
Which statement about anaerobic respiration is correct?
A
Anaerobic respiration requires oxygen and releases less energy per glucose molecule than aerobic respiration.
B
Anaerobic respiration requires oxygen and releases more energy per glucose molecule than aerobic respiration.
C
Anaerobic respiration does not require oxygen and releases less energy per glucose molecule than aerobic respiration.
D
Anaerobic respiration does not require oxygen and releases more energy per glucose molecule than aerobic respiration.
C
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