Amaerobic And Aerobic Respiration Flashcards
(10 cards)
What is the primary difference between aerobic and anaerobic respiration?
Aerobic respiration requires oxygen, while anaerobic respiration does not.
True or False: Anaerobic respiration occurs in the presence of oxygen.
False
Fill in the blank: The end products of anaerobic respiration in yeast are __________ and __________.
ethanol, carbon dioxide
What is the main energy currency produced during aerobic respiration?
ATP (adenosine triphosphate)
Which type of respiration is more efficient in terms of ATP yield?
Aerobic respiration
Multiple Choice: Which of the following organisms primarily use anaerobic respiration? A) Humans B) Yeast C) Dolphins D) Trees
B) Yeast
What is the process called that breaks down glucose without oxygen?
Glycolysis
True or False: Aerobic respiration produces more energy per glucose molecule than anaerobic respiration.
True
Fill in the blank: The byproduct of anaerobic respiration in muscle cells is __________.
lactic acid
What is the role of oxygen in aerobic respiration?
Oxygen acts as the final electron acceptor in the electron transport chain.