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2. List the similarities and differences between aerobic and anaerobic respiration.

ScienceClass 7CBSEAnswered 27 Mar 2026
Answer

Solution:

Similarities: 

  1. In both kinds of respiration, food particles are broken down to release energy
  2. Both occur inside the cells
  3. Both supply by-products

Differences

Aerobic respiration

Anaerobic respiration

Takes place in the presence of oxygen

Takes place in the absence of oxygen

End products are CO2 and H2O

End products are CO2 and alcohol

Produces a large amount of energy

The energy released is less when compared to aerobic respiration

It occurs in most plants and animals

Occurs in yeast and some bacteria

Science · Class 7