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NEET • Biology

Respiration in Plants

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concept

Cellular Respiration

Oxidation of food materials within the cell to release energy for ATP synthesis is called cellular respiration.

Recall Question

What is the ultimate source of food respired by plants?

Reveal Answer

Photosynthesis.

Recall cueSource-backed detail

Respiratory substrates

Carbohydrates, proteins, fats and organic acids.

Most common substrate

Carbohydrates.

Energy use

Energy released is used to synthesize ATP.

ATP

Energy currency of the cell.

Ultimate source

Photosynthesis.