Aerobic Respiration Flashcards
(4 cards)
1
Q
what is aerobic respiration?
A
aerobic respiration uses oxygen to break down glucose and release energy, some energy is released as heat, but most is trapped in a usable form of ATP
2
Q
what respires aerobically?
A
all animals and plants and many other organisms
3
Q
word equation for aerobic respiration?
A
glucose + oxygen -> carbon dioxide + water
4
Q
symbol equation for aerobic respiration?
A
C6H12O6 + 6O2 -> 6CO2 + 6H2O
