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Applied Anatomy and Physiology

Aerobic and anaerobic energy release

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Overview

Aerobic and anaerobic energy release with their word equations, lactic acid, and the use of fats and carbohydrates as fuels in different activities.

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Key term

What is meant by aerobic energy release?

Key term

Give the word equation for aerobic energy release.

Key term

How does the body get rid of the by-products of aerobic energy release?

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  1. 1

    What is meant by aerobic energy release?

    Model answer

    Aerobic energy release uses oxygen to break down glucose. Aerobic energy release fuels long-lasting work at low to moderate intensity.

  2. 2

    Give the word equation for aerobic energy release.

    Model answer

    The word equation is glucose + oxygen → energy + carbon dioxide + water.

  3. 3

    How does the body get rid of the by-products of aerobic energy release?

    Model answer

    Carbon dioxide is carried to the lungs and breathed out. Water is lost in sweat, in the breath and in urine.

  4. 4

    What is meant by anaerobic energy release?

    Model answer

    Anaerobic energy release breaks down glucose without oxygen. Anaerobic energy release fuels short bursts of high-intensity work.

  5. 5

    Give the word equation for anaerobic energy release.

    Model answer

    The word equation is glucose → energy + lactic acid.

  6. 6

    What happens to energy release when the muscles do not get enough oxygen?

    Model answer

    The muscles release energy anaerobically instead. Far less energy is released from each glucose molecule, and lactic acid builds up.

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