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1
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What does creatine phosphate do?

A

Breaks down to release energy and phosphate, which are used to convert ADP to ATP at a fast rate

2
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How fast does creatine phosphate run out in muscle cells?

A

Around ten seconds

3
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When is creatine phosphate levels restored?

A

When energy demand on muscle cells is low

4
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In what conditions is pyruvate formed in glycolysis converted to lactic acid?

A

Oxygen deficient conditions

5
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What does lactic acid build up in muscle cells cause?

A

Fatigue and oxygen debt

6
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How can oxygen debt be repaid?

A

In a recovery period following strenuous exercise, during which time lactic acid is broken down.

7
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What contracts to bring about the movements of strenuous exercise?

A

Skeletal muscle

8
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What two twitches does skeletal muscle have?

A

Slow twitch fibres and fast twitch fibres

9
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Describe slow twitch fibres.

A

They contract more slowly but can sustain contractions for longer and are effective for endurance activities

10
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Describe fast twitch fibres.

A

Dhsh contract more quickly over short periods and are effective for short bursts of strenuous activity.