Aerobic and anaerobic exerise Flashcards
1
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Glucose
A
A major source of energy for most cells in the body.
2
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Aerobic respiration
A
The process of releasing energy from glucose, using oxygen
3
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Anaerobic respiration
A
The process of releasing energy from glucose, without oxygen
4
Q
Aerobic exercise
A
Working at a moderate intensity allowing the body time to utilise oxygen for energy production and to work for a continuos period
5
Q
Lactic acid
A
A colourless acid produced in muscle tissues during strenuous exercise when the body is exercising anaerobically at high intensity
6
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Cramp
A
Painful involuntary contraction of a muscle usually caused by fatigue
