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Aerobic Respiration

Written by the Fiveable Content Team • Last updated September 2025
Verified for the 2026 exam
Verified for the 2026 examWritten by the Fiveable Content Team • Last updated September 2025

Definition

Aerobic respiration is the process by which organisms use oxygen to turn fuel (such as fats and sugars) into chemical energy.