Respiration Flashcards
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What is respiration?
A
The process of breaking down glucose to release energy
1
Q
Is respiration just ‘breathing in and out’?
A
NO
2
Q
Which cells does respiration happen in?
A
Every living cell
3
Q
What is the equation for aerobic respiration?
A
Glucose + oxygen = carbon dioxide + water + energy
4
Q
What is the equation for anaerobic respiration?
A
Glucose = lactic acid + energy
5
Q
What is diffusion?
A
The movement of particles from a high concentration to a low concentration
6
Q
How do we use diffusion?
A
Breathing
