Microbiology: An Evolving Science (Fourth Edition)
Microbiology: An Evolving Science (Fourth Edition)
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Author: John W. Foster, Joan L. Slonczewski
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Chapter 16.2, Problem 2TQ
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The breakdown of food in the presence of oxygen is more as compared to in its absence.

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Aerobic process is the process in which carbohydrates are broken down into simpler substances that produce energy in the presence of oxygen while anaerobic process does the same process in the absence of oxygen. Aerobic process results in cellular respiration while anaerobic process results in fermentation process.

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