difference between breathing and respiration
In this process, energy is released during the production of carbon dioxide and oxygen. Respiration is a chemical process while breathing is a physical process. In the process of breathing, oxygen is taken into lungs and during respiration process, oxygen is taken from lungs into cells or into blood stream. Respiration is a process which takes place between cells, whereas breathing is an exchange of gases between external environment and cells. Breathing involves 2 stages: Gas exchange and ventilation.