B9.3 Anerboic Respiration Flashcards
1
Q
What is the word equation for anaerobic respiration?
A
Glucose—- lactic acid
2
Q
Where does it occur ?
A
In the cytoplasm of cells
3
Q
Why does the body opt to carry out Anaerobic respiration at times of stress
A
Releases energy faster than aerobic respiration
4
Q
Why is Anewrobic respiration not conducted all the time
A
- Produces toxic waste product lactic acid
- Less energy is generated
5
Q
What is the word equation for anaerobic respiration in plant cells and yeast ?
A
Glucose—— ethanol + carbon dioxide
6
Q
What is anaerobic respiration in plant cells and Yeats know as ?
A
Fermentation
7
Q
What are two sues of fermentation ?
A
EthanoL: produces alcoholic beverages
carbon dioxide: causes dough to rise in baking
