If You Were to Run as Fast as You Can

question 3

Multiple Choice

If you were to run as fast as you can, you would only be able sustain this intensity for a short time. The primary metabolic pathway being utilized would be:

• A)the electron transport chain.
• B)the Cori cycle.
• C)the citric acid cycle.
• D)lipolysis.

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Definitions:

Cardiovascular Disease

Cardiovascular disease refers to a class of diseases that involve the heart or blood vessels, including coronary artery disease, heart failure, and stroke.

Glucose Metabolism

The series of biochemical processes by which cells produce, utilize, and regulate glucose for energy and cellular functions.

Circulating Lipids

Fats or fat-like substances found in the blood, which include cholesterol and triglycerides, playing crucial roles in energy storage and cell structure.

Heart Disease Deaths

Fatal outcomes resulting from various forms of heart disease, a leading cause of death worldwide.