The Term Aerobic Means

Question

The term aerobic means:
A) ATP-dependent.
B) carbon dioxide-dependent.
C) oxygen-dependent.
D) oxygen-independent.

Accepted Answer

The term "aerobic" refers to processes or activities that require the presence of oxygen. Therefore, option C, which says "oxygen-dependent," is the best choice. Option A, which says "ATP-dependent," is inaccurate as aerobic processes can generate ATP, but so can anaerobic processes. Option B, which says "carbon dioxide-dependent," is not correct as carbon dioxide is not required for aerobic processes. Option D, which says "oxygen-independent," is the opposite of the correct answer and is incorrect.