Respiration Flashcards
1
Q
What is it
A
Glucose + oxygen ➡️ carbon dioxide + water (+energy)
An enzyme-controlled process ( it occurs all the time)
It is an exothermic reaction
2
Q
Where does it take place
A
- mitochondria is the site of aerobic respiration
- mitochondria are tiny rod-shaped organelles
- they have a folded inner membrane that provides a large surface area for the enzymes involved in aerobic respiration.
3
Q
Why is it so important
A
- energy transferred during respiration supplies all the energy needs for living processes in the cells.
- build up/break down molecules
- muscle contraction
- plant minerals
