Respiration Flashcards
1
Q
What is the purpose of respiration?
A
To produce energy in the form of ATP from larger molecules (like sugars).
2
Q
What type of reaction is respiration?
A
Respiration is an exothermic reaction
3
Q
When does aerobic respiration take place?
A
When there is plenty of oxygen available.
4
Q
What is the symbol equation for aerobic respiration?
A
5
Q
When does anaerobic respiration take place?
A
When there is no oxygen available
6
Q
What does anaerobic respiration in animals produce?
A
Lactic acid and energy
7
Q
Which type of respiration produces more ATP?
A
Aerobic Respiration which produces 18x more ATP than Anaerobic Respiration
8
Q
What is the oxygen debt?
A
The extra oxygen that is needed to break down the lactic acid formed in anaerobic respiration.
