Biology 0610 · IGCSE · Anaerobic respiration

Anaerobic respiration — practice question

Muscle cells are able to perform both aerobic respiration and anaerobic respiration.
(a(i))[2]

Define what is meant by anaerobic respiration.

(a(ii))[1]

State the substance formed by anaerobic respiration in a human muscle cell during vigorous exercise.

(a(iii))[2]

State two differences between anaerobic respiration in a yeast cell and that in a muscle cell.

(b(i))[2]

Calculate the ratio of energy released using the data in Table 6.1: ratio of energy released = energy released in aerobic respiration / energy released in anaerobic respiration. Give the answer to the nearest whole number.

(b(ii))[2]

Suggest why it is advantageous for the long distance athlete to respire aerobically rather than anaerobically.

(c)[2]

Calculate the percentage rise in pulse rate.

(d)[2]

Identify two incorrect words or phrases in the sentence: “The circulatory system is a network of alveoli with a pump and valves to ensure two-way flow of blood.”

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