Respiration Flashcards
1
Q
What is respiration?
A
A chemical reaction which involves the release of energy from food.
2
Q
What is the word equation for respiration?
A
Glucose + Oxygen –> Carbon Dioxide + Water + Energy
3
Q
Which systems need to work together in order for our cells to respire?
A
Digestive, circulatory & respiratory
4
Q
What do we need energy for?
A
Movement Making new chemicals Growth and repair Moving substances Nervous impulses Temperature regulation
