Soc 18 Anaerobic And Aerobic Energy Sources Flashcards
Glucose
a major source of energy for most cells in the body.
Aerobic respiration
the process of releasing energy from glucose, using oxygen.
Anaerobic respiration
the process of releasing energy from glucose, without oxygen.
Aerobic resporation
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
Lactic acid
a colourless acid produced in muscle tissues during strenuous exercise when the body is exercising anaerobically at high intensity.
Fats
A rich source of energy , but many modern diets provide more than our bodies needed
Aerobic only
Carbs
The bodys main source of energy
Both
Cramp
painful, involuntary contraction of a muscle, usually caused by fatigue.