The first stage of cellular respiration, and the oldest in terms of evolution is Naim 10:26 Cell Energetics and Division The first stage of cellular respiration, and the oldest in terms of evolution is A. decarboxylation. B. deamination. C. fermentation. D. chemiosmosis. E. glycolysis. Answer: E Learn More : Share this Share on FacebookTweet on TwitterPlus on Google+