Storyline #1 Review (Marathon Runner)

Front

What happens to brain cells without oxygen?

Back

Brain cells cannot make enough ATP.

Front

Why does pulse rate increase during exercise?

Back

Pulse rate increases because muscles need more oxygen to create ATP.

Front

What is required for aerobic respiration?

Back

Oxygen is required for aerobic respiration.

Front

What role does calcitonin play in the body?

Back

Calcitonin helps to return high blood calcium levels to normal, maintaining homeostasis.

Front

What is the function of ATP in living organisms?

Back

ATP provides energy for cells.

Front

Define aerobic respiration.

Back

Aerobic respiration is the process of producing cellular energy in the presence of oxygen.

Front

Define anaerobic respiration.

Back

Anaerobic respiration is the process of producing cellular energy without oxygen.

Front

What is homeostasis?

Back

Homeostasis is the process by which living organisms maintain a stable internal environment.

Front

What is the primary energy currency of the cell?

Back

ATP (Adenosine Triphosphate) is the primary energy currency of the cell.

Front

What is the relationship between exercise and oxygen consumption?

Back

During exercise, oxygen consumption increases to meet the energy demands of muscles.