Anaerobic Respiration (Leaving Cert Biology): Quizzes
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What is anaerobic respiration?
What is anaerobic respiration?
Energy release from food without oxygen
What is another name for anaerobic respiration?
What is another name for anaerobic respiration?
Fermentation
Where does anaerobic respiration occur in the cell?
Where does anaerobic respiration occur in the cell?
Cytosol
How much energy does anaerobic respiration produce?
How much energy does anaerobic respiration produce?
Small amount
What are the two types of fermentation?
What are the two types of fermentation?
Lactic acid & alcohol
Where does lactic acid fermentation occur in mammals?
Where does lactic acid fermentation occur in mammals?
Muscle when short of oxygen
What is produced during lactic acid fermentation?
What is produced during lactic acid fermentation?
Lactic acid & energy
When does lactic acid fermentation occur in human muscles?
When does lactic acid fermentation occur in human muscles?
During strenuous exercise
What effect does lactic acid buildup have on muscles?
What effect does lactic acid buildup have on muscles?
Causes cramp
Where is lactic acid broken down after exercise?
Where is lactic acid broken down after exercise?
Liver
What are the products of alcohol fermentation?
What are the products of alcohol fermentation?
Ethanol, & energy
Which industry uses alcohol fermentation to make bread rise?
Which industry uses alcohol fermentation to make bread rise?
Baking industry