Asked by CHRIS
Which substance can cause a burning sensation in muscles that are worked intensely?
ATP
ADP
citric acid
lactic acid
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Lactic acid.
During intense exercise, anaerobic glycolysis produces lactic acid (lactate + H+), lowering muscle pH and causing the burning sensation; ATP/ADP are energy carriers and citric acid is part of the Krebs cycle.
During intense exercise, anaerobic glycolysis produces lactic acid (lactate + H+), lowering muscle pH and causing the burning sensation; ATP/ADP are energy carriers and citric acid is part of the Krebs cycle.
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