Aerobic and Anaerobic Respiration

Aerobic

C₆H₁₂O₆ + O_{2   →} 6CO₂ + 6H₂O + 36ATP(energy)

Anaerobic – often called fermentation. This process represents the fermentation process eg yeast fermentation.

C₆H₁₂O₆ →   2C₂H₅OH + 2CO₂ +2ATP(energy)

Glucose             ethanol  + carbon dioxide

Aerobic respiration also occurs in muscle cells when there is a shortage of oxygen. This results in the formation of lactic acid. A build up of lactic acid causes the burning sensation we feel when we are exercising.

C₆H₁₂O₆ →  2C3H6O3 + 2ATP

Glucose            Lactic acid