Respiration Flashcards
1
Q
Respiration is…
A
The process of releasing energy from glucose
2
Q
Aerobic respiration
A
Glucose + Oxygen —-> Carbon Dioxide + Water + Energy
3
Q
Anaerobic respiration
A
- Respiration without oxygen
- Less efficient
- Releases less energy
- Only happens when cells can’t get enough oxygen
Glucose —-> Lactic Acid + Energy
4
Q
Anaerobic respiration in microorganisms (e.g. yeast)
A
Glucose —-> Carbon Dioxide + Ethanol + Energy
- Fermentation
- Used to make beer
