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Q What is the liquid that is produced during muscle contraction as a result of anaerobic breakdown?

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  • A Glucose ✔ ✖
  • B Oxygen ✔ ✖
  • C Lactic acid ✔ ✖
  • D Sugar ✔ ✖
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During intense exercise, muscles can't get enough oxygen to meet the energy demands, and hence, glucose is broken down into lactic acid through anaerobic respiration. Lactic acid accumulation leads to muscle fatigue and soreness. Therefore, lactic acid production is one of the causes of muscle fatigue.

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