B9 - Respiration Flashcards
1
Q
What is the equation for inverse square law
A
Light intensity = 1 / distance squared
2
Q
Why do muscles store glycogen
A
To convert to glucose quickly
3
Q
What is the equation for anaerobic respiration
A
Glucose = Lactic acid + energy
4
Q
Why does anaerobic respiartion take place
A
Because when exercising hard the muscles become short of oxygen so anaerobic respiration is needed
5
Q
What is metabolism
A
The sum of all the reactions in the body
6
Q
What is the equation for aerobic respiration
A
glucose + oxygen = Carbon dioxide + water + energy
