Respiration Flashcards
What is respiration?
Chemical reaction in all living cells and releases energy from glucose.
When does anaerobic respiration take place?
When there is not enough oxygen going to the mussels and short burst of speed.
What is the product of anaerobic respiration in humans?
Lactic acid form glucose.
What happens to your muscles during anaerobic respiration?
Cramps. and tiredness.
what is fermentation?
Anaerobic respiration which takes place in beer and bread.
What is the equation for aerobic respiration?
Glucose + oxygen –> carbon dioxide + water + ENERGY
What is the equation for anaerobic respiration in humans?
Glucose –> lactic acid + ENERGY
What is the equation for anaerobic respiration in microorganisms?
Glucose –> carbon dioxide + ethanol + ENERGY
What is the function of the mitochondria?
Where the reactions for aerobic respiration take place.