Cellular respiration is defined as the process of oxidizing organic molecules like glucose, to carbon dioxide and water.
C6H12O6 + 6O2 + 6H2O → 12H2O + 6CO2
The energy released is trapped in the form of ATP which is used by all the energy-consuming activities of the cell.
Mitochondria is an organelle found in large numbers in most cells, in which the biochemical processes of respiration and energy production occur. It also provides energy for these processes.
Whole body respiration reflects the process of cellular respiration that takes place in the cell.
Explanation:
Cellular respiration is defined as the oxidation of organic food substances within the cell leading to the release of energy, carbon dioxide and water.
It can be represented by the equation:
C6H12O6 + 6O2 --> 6H2O + 6CO2 + Energy (in form of ATP)
Thus, the main purpose of cellular respiration that takes place in a cell is to generate energy required by the whole body.
