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What is anaerobic respiration?
What are the 2 steps in anaerobic respiration?
Glycolysis and fermentation
What is fermentation?
The chemical breakdown of a substance by microorganisms.
Where does fermentation occur in the cell?
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What are the 2 types of fermentation?
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What types of cells undergo lactic acid fermentation?
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What products are made in lactic acid fermentation?
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What products are made in alcoholic fermentation?
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What are some industrial uses for alcoholic fermentation?
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Give 3 differences between aerobic respiration and anaerobic respiration.
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Study Notes
Anaerobic Respiration
- Anaerobic respiration occurs in the absence of oxygen, breaking down glucose to produce energy.
- This process generates energy through two steps: glycolysis and fermentation.
Steps of Anaerobic Respiration
- Glycolysis: The initial step involves converting one glucose molecule into pyruvate, yielding 2 ATP.
- Fermentation: The second step involves the chemical breakdown of pyruvate by microorganisms in various environments.
Fermentation Explained
- Fermentation is the process by which bacteria, yeasts, or other microorganisms break down substances, often producing gases and heat.
- It can take place in food and beverages or within muscle cells.
Location of Fermentation
- In muscle cells, fermentation happens when oxygen levels are low, resulting in lactic acid production.
- In food and drinks, fermentation occurs when yeast or bacteria metabolize sugars, creating gases, acids, or alcohol.
Types of Fermentation
- Alcoholic Fermentation: Conducted by yeast and some bacteria, producing ethanol and carbon dioxide.
- Lactic Acid Fermentation: Occurs in human muscle cells and certain bacteria, producing lactic acid.
Products of Lactic Acid Fermentation
- The primary product is lactic acid, which is a key component of anaerobic metabolism in animals and some bacteria.
Cells Involved in Fermentation
- Lactic acid fermentation occurs in human muscle cells, fungi, and certain bacteria.
- Alcoholic fermentation is primarily carried out by yeast cells.
Products of Alcoholic Fermentation
- The main byproducts include ethanol, carbon dioxide, and other compounds such as tryptophol, which can be found in alcoholic beverages.
Industrial Uses of Alcoholic Fermentation
- Alcoholic fermentation is utilized in various industries for producing alcoholic drinks, ethanol fuel, and in skincare products.
Differences Between Aerobic and Anaerobic Respiration
- Key differences include the presence of oxygen, energy yield, and end products between the two types of respiration.
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