Soc 18 Aerobic, Anerobic, Exercise And Energy Source Flashcards
1
Q
Glucose
A
A major source of energy for most cells in the body.
2
Q
Aerobic resporation
A
The process of releasing energy from glucose, using oxygen.
3
Q
Anerobic resperation
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 continuous period, e.g. long- distance events.
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
Q
Cramp
A
painful, involuntary
contraction of a muscle, usually
caused by fatigue.
7
Q
Fats
A
A rich source of energy, but many modern diets provide more than our bodies need.
8
Q
Carboydrates
A
The body’s main source of energy.
