Unit 2- Aerobic And Anaerobic Respiration Flashcards
1
Q
What is aerobic respiration? and what is anaerobic respiration?
A
Aerobic: using oxygen
Anaerobic: not
2
Q
Where does aerobic respiration happen?
A
Mitochondria
3
Q
Write the equation for aerobic respiration.
A
Glucose + Oxygen ——-> CO2 + Water + Energy
4
Q
What does more muscle activity mean?
A
More glucose and oxygen you need so blood flows quicker.
5
Q
What can glucose be stored as in the liver?
A
Glycogen
6
Q
Write the equation for anaerobic respiration.
A
Glucose ——-> Energy + Lactic Acid
7
Q
What does lactic acid build up in the muscle cause?
A
Fatigue
8
Q
What enzyme is used to pre-digest food?
A
Protease
9
Q
What are 2 positives about using enzymes in factory use?
A
Specific, cheaper because no need for pressure and temperature
10
Q
What is respiration?
A
The process of releasing energy from glucose.
