Aerobic and Anaerobic respiration Flashcards
1
Q
explain the process of energy production in the body
A
-food consumed
-broken down into smaller molecules by digestive system
-molecules transported to body’s cells in the bloodstream
-molecules converted into energy
2
Q
define respiration
A
the chemical process in the cells which fuel is converted into usable energy
3
Q
what is the word equation for anaerobic respiration
A
glucose —> lactic acid + ATP
4
Q
what is the word equation for aerobic respiration
A
glucose + oxygen —>
carbon dioxide + water
