Respiration Flashcards
1
Q
What type of reaction is respiration?
A
-exothermic, gives off heat
2
Q
What is glucose converted to in animals?
A
-lactic acid
3
Q
When does anaerobic respiration take place?
A
-when insufficient oxygen reaches the muscles during periods of intense activity
4
Q
What is glucose converted to in anaerobic respiration in plants?
A
- ethanol and carbon dioxide
- in yeast cells=fermentation which is important in the production of bread and alcohol
5
Q
What is the equation for aerobic respiration?
A
-Glucose + oxygen → carbon dioxide + water (+ energy)
