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In biology, a description of those living
organisms requiring molecular oxygen (usually
dissolved in water) for the efficient release
of energy from their food. Almost all living
organisms are aerobic. They use oxygen to
convert glucose to carbon dioxide and water,
thereby releasing energy. Most aerobic
organisms die in the absence of oxygen, but
certain organisms and cells, such as muscle
cells, can function for short periods
anaerobically (without oxygen). This includes
almost all living organisms (plants as well
as animals) with the exception of certain
bacteria. Oxygen is used to convert glucose
to carbon dioxide and water, thereby
releasing energy. Most aerobic organisms die
in the absence of oxygen, but certain
organisms and cells, such as muscle cells,
can function for short periods anaerobically
(without oxygen).