Question

Which of the following is not a characteristic of anaerobic respiration in bacteria?

• A. Use of oxygen as final electron acceptor
• B. Generation of ATP via electron transport chain
• C. Use of inorganic molecules like nitrate or sulfate
• D. Less energy yield compared to aerobic respiration

Hint:

Anaerobic respiration uses inorganic molecules instead of oxygen to accept electrons.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is A

Anaerobic respiration is characterized by the use of inorganic molecules like nitrate or sulfate as the final electron acceptor, rather than oxygen. Oxygen is used in aerobic respiration, which yields more energy. Anaerobic respiration does not involve the electron transport chain in the same way as aerobic respiration, but it still generates ATP. Anaerobic respiration typically results in less energy production compared to aerobic respiration.