Three of the four stages of cellular respiration produce ATP. The first stage, glycolysis, occurs in the cytoplasm of the cell. During this stage, one glucose molecule is broken into two pyruvic acid molecules. This results in the production of two ATP molecules for every glucose used.
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Definition of PAYMENT for Kids. 1. : the act of giving money for something bought or for a service used. 2. Prompt payment of your bill ensures that you will not have to pay any additional fees. 2  We require payment in advance for all goods purchased. 3  a payment plan to reduce your debt. 4  cash, credit cards, and other methods of payment. 5  Our records show that we received a payment of $215.36 in May.