Biology Ka3 Flashcards
What is aerobic respiration controlled by?
Enzymes
What provides u with the glucose and oxygen you need for respiration?
Digestive system, lungs and circulation
What happens during aerobic respiration?
The sugar glucose reacts with oxygen and this transfers energy that your cells can use
What is aerobic respiration?
An energy making process requiring oxygen to provide vital energy for everything that goes on in the body
Why is each living cell supplied with glucose and oxygen?
In order to generate energy
How is aerobic respiration an exothermic reaction?
During aerobic respiration a fuel reacts with oxygen to release energy
How do enzymes benefit help us while respiration?
They mean we don’t need such high activation energy and we can control the energy release so it is more gradual
What is the word equation for aerobic respiration?
Glucose + oxygen -> carbon dioxide + energy + water
What is the symbol equation for aerobic respiration?
C₆H₁₂O₆ + O₂ –> CO₂ + H₂O
Where does respiration take place?
The mitochondria
Where are the enzymes made?
The ribosomes
What happens in the cytoplasm?
Location of reactions in anaerobic respiration
What happens in the nucleus?
Holds genetic code
Why do living cells need energy?
To carry out the basic functions of life and movement
Why do mammals and birds maintain a constant body temperature regardless of their surroundings?
To allow enzymes in the body to work efficiently