Respiratory System and Energy Metabolism Quiz

What is the volume of air available that could be inspired after tidal volume called?

• Expiratory reserve volume (ERV)

• Inspiratory reserve volume (IRV)

• Residual volume (RV)

• Total lung capacity (TLC)

Which term describes the total volume of air that can be inspired and expired?

• Residual volume (RV)

• Vital capacity (VC)

• Expiratory reserve volume (ERV)

• Inspiratory reserve volume (IRV)

What is the only compound cells can take energy from?

• Adenosine di-phosphate (ADP)

• Phosphocreatine (PC)

• Adenosine tri-phosphate (ATP)

• Glucose

What is the compound used to resynthesize ATP for the ATP-PC system?

• Adenosine di-phosphate (ADP)

• Phosphocreatine (PC)

• Glucose

• Oxygen

What is the main advantage of the ATP-PC system?

• Energy is provided immediately

• It lasts for a long time

• It requires oxygen

• It produces lactic acid

Where is the ATP-PC system highly effective?

• In short, high-intensity exercises

• In long-distance running

• In low-intensity activities

• In endurance sports

What is the end result of aerobic glycolysis (not a waste product)?

• Pyruvic acid

• Lactic acid

• Glycogen

• Glucose

What is often considered the 'aerobic powerhouse' of the body?

• Matrix

• Cristae

• Mitochondria

• Triglycerides

What is the second stage of aerobic energy production?

• Electron transport chain

• Krebs cycle

• Triglycerides

• Palmitic acid

Which energy system is at its peak during a 100 m sprint?

• ATP-PC system

• Aerobic system

• Lactic acid system

• Overall performance