Explain the term respiration - Leaving Cert Biology - Question b - 2016
Question b
Explain the term respiration.
Aerobic respiration occurs in two stages. Where in the cell does:
1. Stage 1 occur?
2. Stage 2 occur?
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Step 1
Explain the term respiration.
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Respiration is the biochemical process through which living organisms release energy from food. This energy is essential for maintaining all cellular processes.
Step 2
1. Stage 1 occur?
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Stage 1 occurs in the cytoplasm of the cell.
Step 3
2. Stage 2 occur?
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Stage 2 occurs in the mitochondria.
Step 4
Write a word equation for aerobic respiration.
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Glucose + Oxygen → Water + Carbon Dioxide + Energy (or ATP)
Step 5
What is meant by anaerobic respiration?
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Anaerobic respiration is a process of energy production that occurs without the presence of oxygen.
Step 6
Does aerobic respiration or anaerobic respiration produce more ATP?
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Aerobic respiration produces more ATP compared to anaerobic respiration.
Step 7
Name one product of this fermentation.
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One product of yeast fermentation is ethanol or alcohol.
Step 8
What acid is produced when anaerobic respiration occurs in human muscle?
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The acid produced is lactic acid.
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