Energy Systems Quiz

The Lactic Acid system

• none of the above

• provides energy for about 10 seconds to 90 seconds

• operates without oxygen

• all of the above

• is used for high intensity exercise

The substance that accumulates in the muscle during sustained high intensity efforts is known as:

• phosphate creatine

• triglyceride

• lactic acid

• ATP

Which of the following fuels can be used to produce energy?

• Proteins

• none of the above

• Carbohydrates

• all of the above

• Fats

The fuel source for the Lactic Acid System is:

• none of the above

• Proteins

• all of the above

• Glucose

• Fats

The energy system used for a particular activity will depend on the:

• none of the above

• duration of the activity

• both of the above

• intensity of the activity

The steady state indicates that the:

Anaerobic threshold (Lactic Threshold) is defined as:

• the physiological point during exercise at which lactic acid starts to accumulate in the muscles

• the balance between oxygen demand and oxygen consumption

• the maximum rate of oxygen consumption

• the moment when the body is starved of oxygen during exercise

Anaerobic exercises require _____ whereas aerobic exercises require _____.

ATP stands for what?

• Adenosine Tri-phosphate

• Anaerobic Triple Phosphate

• Aerobic Tri-potassium

• Adrenaline Twitch Protein

Which of these defines the word 'predominantly'?

• Taking place by itself / independently

• More important than anything else

• Present as the strongest or main element

• Done or existing alone