Cellular Respiration Comparison
Interactive simulation of aerobic vs anaerobic ATP production pathways
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Chemical Equations
Aerobic: C₆H₁₂O₆ + 6O₂ → 6CO₂ + 6H₂O + 38 ATP
ATP Production
0
ATP Molecules
/ 38 max
40%
Oxygen Status
Available
250 ml/min
Process Details
Mitochondria
Sustained
Ready
Efficiency Comparison
Process Stages
Glycolysis
Cytoplasm
2 ATP
Krebs Cycle
Mitochondrial Matrix
2 ATP
Electron Transport
Inner Mitochondrial Membrane
34 ATP
Key Facts
Aerobic Respiration: Requires oxygen and produces 38 ATP molecules per glucose molecule. Occurs in mitochondria and is the most efficient energy production method.
Anaerobic Fermentation: Occurs without oxygen, producing only 2 ATP molecules per glucose. Used during intense exercise or in low-oxygen environments.