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During Intense Physical Exercise, Human Cells and Tissues Increase Their

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During intense physical exercise, human cells and tissues increase their need for oxygen to provide the ATP necessary for work. Why does heart rate have to increase to meet the need for oxygen?


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Genes

Units of heredity made up of DNA that carry information for the development, functioning, and reproduction of organisms.

Active

Engaged in movement or participation; not passive.

Inactive

Not engaging in physical activity or not currently in operation.

DNA

Deoxyribonucleic acid, a molecule that carries the genetic instructions used in the growth, development, functioning, and reproduction of all known living organisms and many viruses.

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