(Applied Anatomy & Physiology) Aerobic & Anaerobic Respiration Flashcards
1
Q
What happens in aerobic respiration?
A
Oxygen combines with glucose to produce energy in the mitochondria of cells.
2
Q
What is the word equation for aerobic respiration?
A
Glucose + oxygen ~> carbon dioxide + water (+energy)
3
Q
Aerobic respiration is used in what type of sport?
A
Endurance events
4
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What happens in anaerobic respiration?
A
Glucose is converted directly into energy.
5
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What is the word equation for anaerobic respiration?
A
Glucose ~> lactic acid (+energy)