Soc 18 Flashcards
1
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Glucose meaning
A
A major source of energy for most cells in the body
2
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Aerobic respiration meaning
A
The process of releasing energy from glucose, wthout oxygen
3
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Anaerobic respiration meaning
A
The process of releasing energy from glucose, without oxygen
4
Q
Aerobic exercise meaning
A
Working at a moderate intensity allowing the body time to utilise oxygen for energy production and to work for a continuous period, e.g. long distance activities
5
Q
What is 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 meaning
A
Painful, involuntry, contraction of a muscle, usually caused by fatigue
