Aerobic Respiration Flashcards
What is involved?
1
Q
is it an exothermic or endothermic reaction?
A
exothermic reaction, energy given out to environment
2
Q
uses
A
protein synthesis, movement, active transport, warmth
3
Q
protein synthesis
A
responsible for growth, as amino acids fold into protein used for hormones, enzymes etc.
4
Q
inhale more . . . than exhaled
A
oxygen
5
Q
exhale more . . . than inhaled
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carbon dioxide, temperature, water vapour
6
Q
respiration
A
series of chemical reactions releasing energy from glucose
7
Q
breathing
A
mechanical process of ventilating the lungs
8
Q
symbol equation
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6O2 + C6H12O6 > 6CO2 + 6H20
9
Q
chemical energy to . . .
A
thermal energy
10
Q
mitochondria
A
site of respiration. Matrix and crista (folded inner membrane) increase s.a for respiration with enzymes.
