The differences between aerobic and anaerobic respiration in plants are as follows:
| Aerobic Respiration in Plants | Anaerobic Respiration in Plants |
|---|---|
| Also called oxybiotic respiration | Also called anoxybiotic respiration |
| Proceeds in the presence of oxygen | Proceeds in the absence of oxygen |
| Occurs in mitochondria | Occurs in cytoplasm |
| Complete breakdown of glucose | Incomplete breakdown of glucose |
| End-products are Carbon dioxide and Water | End products are Ethyl Alcohol and Carbon dioxide |
| Large quantity of energy is liberated (38 ATP) from one mole of glucose | Small quantity of energy is liberated (2 ATP) from one mole of glucose |
| Occurs normally throughout the life | Occurs temporarily for short periods |