B9.1 Aerobic respiration Flashcards
1
Q
What happens in aerobic respiration?
A
Glucose reacts with oxygen that transfers energy that your cells can use
2
Q
What is the equation for aerobic respiration?
A
Glucose + oxygen makes carbon dioxide + water
3
Q
What type of reaction is aerobic respiration?
A
Exothermic reaction
4
Q
Where does anaerobic respiration take place?
A
In the cytoplasm - where enzymes are made
5
Q
What does the mitochondrion do?
A
Contain enzymes for aerobic respiration
6
Q
Where does respiration take place?
A
Mitochondria - they have a folded inner membrane that provide large surface area for the enzymes involved in aerobic respiration
7
Q
What is the energy used for in the body?
A
Respiration - to make muscles contract
Homeostasis
Respiration - plants to get nitrates into the soil by active transport
