Biology
Respiratory Quotient Values
Interpret respiratory quotient values.
RQ = 1 (carbohydrate), <1 (fat), >1 (organic acid)
Formula Explanation
RQ indicates the type of substrate being respired.
Variables Explained
RQ = CO₂ produced / O₂ consumed.
Solved Example
RQ of a germinating castor seed is less than 1. Why?
Because fats are being used as substrate.