Aerobic and anaerobic respiration Flashcards
1
Q
What is the word equation for aerobic respiration?
A
glucose + oxygen -> carbon dioxide + water (+ energy)
2
Q
What is the symbol equation for aerobic respiration?
A
C6H12O6 + 6O2 –> 6CO2 + 6H2O
3
Q
Name some uses of aerobic respiration
A
Active transport , moving, producing and breaking down substances, keeping warm.
4
Q
What is atp?
A
Adenosine Triphosphate is an energy rich molecule which drives chemical reactions in the body.
5
Q
What is adp?
A
Adenosine diphosphate
6
Q
What do plants use with their glucose from photosynthesis?
A
Stored into complex carbohydrates, lipids, simple sugars, nitrates and other mineral nutrients.
