Aerobic and Anaerobic Respiration

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What are the products of aerobic respiration?

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Carbon dioxide and water.

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What is the net gain of ATP from glycolysis?

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2 ATP.

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Define oxygen debt.

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The amount of oxygen needed at the end of a physical activity to break down any lactic acid.

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Where does glycolysis take place in cells?

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Cytoplasm.

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What is a benefit of increased heart rate during exercise?

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Increased oxygen & nutrient delivery to the muscles.

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What is aerobic respiration?

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A process that requires oxygen to produce energy from glucose.

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What is anaerobic respiration?

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A process that occurs without oxygen, producing energy and byproducts like lactic acid.

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What is the main purpose of glycolysis?

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To break down glucose into pyruvate, producing ATP and NADH.

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What are the two main types of respiration?

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Aerobic and anaerobic respiration.

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What is lactic acid?

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A byproduct of anaerobic respiration in muscles.