B2.4 Aerobic Respiration Flashcards
1
Q
what is the symbol equation for aerobic respiration?
A
C6H12O+O2->CO2+H2O+energy
2
Q
What advantage do the respiration cells have?
A
They have a large surface area which maximises the amount of respiration carried out.
3
Q
What is the word equation for aerobic respiration?
A
Glucose + oxygen —> Carbon dioxide + water ( + energy)
4
Q
Where does respiration happen?
A
In the mitochondria of a cell.
5
Q
What is respiration controlled by?
A
Enzymes.
6
Q
What is rate of respiration determined by?
A
Temperature and PH - It has to be the right conditions for the enzymes to work.
7
Q
What happens when respiration rate increases?
A
Oxygen consumption and Carbon dioxide production increase.
8
Q
What is the name for the amount of energy being used at a time?
A
Metabolic rate.
