Bioenergetics Topics I Dont Get Flashcards
What is the definition of respiration?
The process of transferring energy from glucose
What is the word equation for respiration?
Oxygen+glucose—> water+carbon dioxide
What is metabolism?
All the chemical reactions that occur in a cell or an organism
What is the equation for anaerobic respiration?
Glucose—> lactic acid+energy
What is the word equation for fermentation?
Glucose—> ethanol+carbon dioxide+ carbon dioxide
What is the definition of anaerobic respiration?
Respiration without oxygen
What is the definition of oxygen debt?
The extra amount of oxygen your body needs after exercise
What are the 5 ways glucose is used?
Respiration
Cell walls
Amino acids
Storage of oils or fats
Storage of starch
How do organisms use energy?
To build up larger molecules
To move around
To keep warm