8.1: Energy Systems

Question 1

energy definition:

Answer 1

• constant supply so we can perform every day tasks such as tissue repair and body growth.
• as we exercise the body converts energy from food into energy for muscle contractions in order to order to provide movement such as running, catching and throwing.

Question 2

What does ATP stand for?

Answer 2

• adenosine triphosphate

Question 3

What is ATP?

Answer 3

• the only useable form of chemical energy in our body.
• it’s a compound comprising of four atoms bound together 1 adenosine and 3 phosphorus