Cellular respiration is usually defined as: the oxidation of organic compounds that occurs within cells, producing energy for cellular processes.
What is oxidation?
Oxidation is the reaction that occurs by adding oxygen to other materials, often in combination with water.
What are organic compounds?
Organic compounds are compounds that contain carbon bonded with other elements, such as hydrogen, nitrogen, sulfur, and more.
What are cells?
Cells are the smallest form of life - the functional and structural units of all living things.