During the Alarm Phase of the General Adaptation Syndrome (GAS)

question 68

Multiple Choice

During the alarm phase of the general adaptation syndrome (GAS) , there is

• A) decreased blood flow to skeletal muscles and skin.
• B) decreased mental alertness.
• C) mobilization of energy reserves.
• D) increased urine release.
• E) decreased rate of respiration.

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Definitions:

Mitochondrial Matrix

The innermost compartment of the mitochondrion, enclosed by the inner membrane, containing enzymes, DNA, and ribosomes for energy production.

Pyruvate

A key intermediate compound in cellular metabolism formed from the glycolysis of glucose.

Alcoholic Fermentation

A biochemical process by which sugars are converted into ethanol and carbon dioxide by the action of yeast or bacteria.

Lactate Fermentation

An anaerobic metabolic process by which glucose or other six-carbon sugars are converted into cellular energy and the metabolite lactate.