5.1.2 - Aerobic respiration Flashcards
1
Q
What is aerobic respiration?
A
Cellular respiration that depends on oxygen.
2
Q
How many stages are in respiration?
A
3
3
Q
Names of the stages of respiration.
A
Glycolysis
(Link reaction)
Krebs cycle
Electron transport chain
4
Q
Where does glycolysis occur?
A
Cytoplasm of cells
5
Q
Where does the link reaction occur?
A
Mitochondrial martrix
6
Q
Where does the Krebs cycle occur?
A
Mitochondrial martrix
7
Q
Where does the electron transport chain occur?
A
Inner mitochondrial membrane
8
Q
Which stage of respiration synthesises ATP?
A
Electron transport chain
9
Q
Structure of mitochondria.
A
Double membrane.
Cristae increase surface area. (foldings on inner membrane)
Contain 70S ribosomes.
10
Q
What is the effect of cyanide on oxygen uptake in mitochondria?
A
No effect
