Respiration Flashcards
1
Q
What is cellular respiration?
A
The release of stored chemical energy from food molecules
2
Q
Word and symbol equation for aerobic respiration?
A
Glucose + Oxygen ➡ Carbon Dioxide + Water (and energy)
C6 H12 O6 + 6O2 ➡ 6CO2 + 6H2O (and energy)
3
Q
What is the definition of anaerobic respiration?
A
Respiration taking place with the absence of oxygen
4
Q
Word and symbol equation for anaerobic respiration in yeast?
A
Glucose ➡ Ethanol + Carbon Dioxide (and some energy)
C6 H12 O6 ➡ 2C2 H5 OH + 2CO2
and some energy
5
Q
Word and symbol equation for anaerobic respiration in muscle cells?
A
Glucose ➡ Lactic Acid (and some energy)
C6 H12 O6 ➡ 2C3 H6 O3 (and some energy)
