Chapter 4- Respiration Flashcards
1
Q
Where is respiration took place?
A
Respiration happens in every cell of every living organism
2
Q
What is the energy released by respiration used for?
A
It is used for all the other chemical reactions that keeps you alive!
3
Q
What does Aerobic respiration need plenty of?
A
It needs plenty of oxygen
4
Q
Where do aerobic respiration take place?
A
It takes place in the Mitochondria
5
Q
What is the equation for Aerobic respiration?
A
The equation is:
Glucose + oxygen -> carbon dioxide + water
6
Q
What are the two reactants that produces carbon dioxide + water (products)?
A
The two reactants are:
1) glucose
2) oxygen
7
Q
What is anaerobic respiration?
A
Anaerobic respiration is when it takes place WITHOUT oxygen
8
Q
What is Respiration?
A
Respiration is the process of the releasing energy from glucose
