B1.3.3 - Anaerobic respiration Flashcards
1
Q
What is produced during anaerobic respiration?
A
Lactic acid
2
Q
Why do we normally respire aerobically?
A
Aerobic respiration produces more ATP molecules per glucose molecule than anaerobic respiration produces
The lactic acid can cause cramp
3
Q
What is oxygen debt?
A
The quantity of oxygen required to break down lactic acid produced during an anaerobic respiration
4
Q
What is the equation for fermentation?
A
glucose —-> ethanol + carbon dioxide
5
Q
What is the chemical reaction that takes place during anaerobic respiration?
A
glucose —-> lactic acid
6
Q
What is fermentation?
A
It is the anaerobic respiration that produces ethanol and carbon dioxide
