Aerobic And Anaerobic Respiration Flashcards
What is aerobic respiration
Respiration using oxygen
Most efficient way to transfer energy from glucose
Where do most of the reactions in aerobic respiration take place
Mitochondria
Why do ur muscles start doing anaerobic respiration
If you’re doing vigorous exercise your body can’t supply enough oxygen
What is anaerobic respiration
Incomplete breakdown of glucose into lactic acid
Glucose -> lactic acid
Why does anaerobic respiration not transfer as much energy as aerobic
The glucose isn’t fully oxidised
So it’s only used in emergencies
What do plant and yeast cells produce in anaerobic respiration
Ethanol and carbon dioxide
What is word equation for anaerobic respiration in plant and yeast cells
Glucose -> lactic acid + carbon dioxide
What is fermentation
Anaerobic respiration in yeast cells
What is fermentation used for
Producing alcohol and bread
