Question detail
Which statement correctly describes anaerobic respiration in Response to exercise?
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MCQ
Type
practice
Style
Topic
Respiration
Question
- A. Anaerobic respiration occurs in muscles if insufficient oxygen is supplied.
- B. Students often think that anaerobic respiration does not produce any energy, confusing it with a complete lack of respiration.
- C. Anaerobic respiration occurs in muscles if insufficient oxygen is not supplied.
- D. The idea only requires memorising the topic title for Respiration.
Answer
In this question, Anaerobic respiration occurs in muscles if insufficient oxygen is supplied. is correct It stays aligned to the exact wording and meaning of the objective.
Explanation
In AQA-style practice, the correct answer must match the objective closely and use the science rather than filler wording. That is why Anaerobic respiration occurs in muscles if insufficient oxygen is supplied. is the best option here. Linking the idea to a type of respiration that occurs in muscles when there is insufficient oxygen, resulting in the production of energy and lactic acid keeps the explanation specific.
Common mistake
Misunderstanding Anaerobic Respiration
Students often think that anaerobic respiration does not produce any energy, confusing it with a complete lack of respiration.
Clarify that anaerobic respiration does produce energy, but significantly less than aerobic respiration, and it occurs when oxygen is insufficient.
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