Respiration Flashcards
(6 cards)
1
Q
what is respiration?
A
process of releasing energy from breaking down glucose
2
Q
what is aerobic respiration?
A
the process which happens when plenty of oxygen is available, and it’s the most efficient way to transfer energy from glucose.
3
Q
what is the equation for aerobic respiration?
A
C6H12O6+6O2->6CO2+6H2O
4
Q
what are the key differences between aerobic and anaerobic respiration?
A
- anaerobic= no oxygen, less energy produces, produce lactic acid, partially breaks down glucose
- aerobic= need oxygen, produce more energy, produce H2O, CO2, fully breaks down glucose.
5
Q
during anaerobic respiration, what happens when lactic acid builds in the muscles?
A
cramps
6
Q
what is the equation for anaerobic respiration?
A
glucose->lactic acid
