B4 Flashcards
1
Q
what is aerobic respiration?
A
respiration using oxygen, transfers energy from glucose
2
Q
where does aerobic respiration happen
A
inside the mitochondria
3
Q
what is the word and symbol equation for aerobic respiration?
A
glucose + oxygen ——> carbon dioxide + water
C6H12O6 + 6O2 ——–> 6CO2 + 6H2O
4
Q
when is anaerobic respiration used?
A
when your body cant supply enough oxygen to your muscles
5
Q
What is anaerobic respiration?
A
incomplete breakdown of glucose, making lactic acid
6
Q
what is the word equation for anaerobic respiration
A
glucose ——> lactic acid
7
Q
what is the word equation for anaerobic respiration in PLANTS
A
glucose —–> ethanol + carbon dioxide