Soc 18 - Aerobic And Anaerobic Respiration Flashcards
1
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Glucose
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A major source of energy for most cells in the body
2
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Aerobic respiratiom
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The process if releasing energy from glucose using oxygen
3
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Anaerobic respiration
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The process of releasing energy from glucose without oxygen
4
Q
Aerobic exercise
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Working at a moderate intensity, allowing the body to utilise oxygen for energy production and to work for a continuous period.
5
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Lactic acid
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A colourless acid produced in muscle tissues during strenuous exercise when the body is exercising aerobically at high intensity
6
Q
Cramp
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Painful, involuntary contraction of a muscle, usually caused by fatigue
7
Q
Fats
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A rich source of energy, but many modern diets provide more than our bodies need
8
Q
Carbohydrates
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The body’s main source of energy
9
Q
Free sugars
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Extra sugars added to food or drink
