Cellular respiration Flashcards
1
Q
What are catabolic pathways?
A
They occur when molecules are broken down and their energy is released.
2
Q
Which are the two catabolic pathways?
A
Fermentation and aerobic respiration
3
Q
What is fermentation?
A
Partial degradation of sugars that occurs without the use of oxygen
4
Q
What is aerobic respiration?
A
The most prevalent and efficient catabolic pathway in which oxygen is consumed as a reactant along with the organic fuel
5
Q
Reaction for breaking down glucose
A
C6H12O6 + 6O2 - 6CO2 + 6H2O + ENERGY (686 KCAL/MOL OF GLUCOSE)
