aerobic/ anaerobic respiration

• What is aerobic respiration?

  A chemical reaction releasing energy from glucose
• What molecule is produced during aerobic respiration?

  ATP
• What is the equation for aerobic respiration?

  Glucose + oxygen → carbon dioxide + water + energy
• What is the symbol equation for aerobic respiration?

  C₆H₁₂O₆ + 6O₂ → 6CO₂ + 6H₂O
• Where does aerobic respiration take place?

  In mitochondria
• Why is oxygen important in aerobic respiration?

  It completely breaks down glucose
• What role do red blood cells play in aerobic respiration?

  They transport oxygen needed for respiration
• What causes anaerobic respiration to occur?

  Lack of oxygen present in cells
• When does anaerobic respiration typically happen?

  During intense exercise
• What is produced during anaerobic respiration?

  Lactic acid
• What is the symbol equation for anaerobic respiration?

  C₆H₁₂O₆ → 2C₃H₆O₃ + ATP
• Where does anaerobic respiration mainly occur?

  In muscle cells
• What are the effects of lactic acid production?

  Leads to cramps
• How is lactic acid broken down after exercise?

  Oxygen converts it into water and carbon dioxide
• What is oxygen debt?

  The needed oxygen to clear lactic acid
• What happens to breathing after intense exercise?

  Breathing heavily to repay oxygen debt
• What are the main differences between aerobic and anaerobic respiration?

  • Aerobic respiration:
  • Requires oxygen
  • Produces a lot of energy
  • Occurs in mitochondria
  • Anaerobic respiration:
  • Occurs without oxygen
  • Produces little energy
  • Leads to lactic acid production
• What are the consequences of lactic acid buildup in muscles?

  • Causes muscle cramps
  • Leads to fatigue
  • Requires oxygen to break down