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Lactic acid

Posted byBrian Hopkins May 22, 2019

An acid produced by cells during chemical processes in the body that do not require oxygen.  It forms in the muscles as a result of the incomplete breakdown of glucose and is associated with muscle fatigue and sore muscles. 

See Anerobic respiration

Posted byBrian HopkinsMay 22, 2019Posted inUncategorizedTags: glossary

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