Shortcut Methods
Shortcut Methods and Tricks for Respiration Numericals
- Rate of Respiration:
- The rate of respiration can be estimated using the Michaelis-Menten equation:
- The rate of respiration can be estimated using the Michaelis-Menten equation:
- Respiratory Quotient (RQ):
- The RQ can be calculated using the formula:
- The RQ can also be estimated using the following table:
- The RQ can be calculated using the formula:
| Substrate | RQ |
|---|---|
| Glucose | 1.0 |
| Fats | < 1.0 |
| Proteins | > 1.0 |
- Caloric Value of Food:
- The caloric value of food can be estimated using the formula:
- The caloric value of food can be estimated using the formula:
- Basal Metabolic Rate (BMR):
- The BMR can be estimated using the following formula for men:
- The BMR can be estimated using the following formula for women:
- The BMR can be estimated using the following formula for men:
- Respiratory Efficiency:
- The respiratory efficiency can be calculated using the formula:
- The respiratory efficiency can also be estimated using the following table:
- The respiratory efficiency can be calculated using the formula:
| Substrate | Respiratory Efficiency |
|---|---|
| Glucose | 40% |
| Fats | 60% |
| Proteins | 50% |
