BRAINCAKECalculating RQ
The RQ of a substrate can be calculated from its balanced equation for aerobic respiration:
RQ = molecules of CO2 produced ÷ molecules of O2 used
Worked example 1: glucose
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Key terms in this lesson
- respiratory quotient
- The ratio of the volume of carbon dioxide produced to the volume of oxygen used in respiration over the same time.
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