General Questions Flashcards
(6 cards)
1
Q
What is Aerobic respiration?
A
when respiration takes place with enough oxygen and a good amount of energy is released because the glucose is fully oxidized
2
Q
What is Anaerobic respiration?
A
respiration taking place when cells dont have enough oxygen. this produces less oxygen as the glucose has not been fully oxidized
3
Q
What is anaerobic respiration in yeast cells called?
A
Fermentation
4
Q
What do we use fermentation for?
A
To make alcoholic drinks like beer. The alcohol in these drinks it’s ethanol which is produced by fermentation
5
Q
In fermentation what chemical makes the drink alcoholic?
A
Ethanol
6
Q
What are the 4 components of blood?
A
- red blood cells
- white blood cells
- plasma
-platelets
