3.1.2 - ATP in Muscle Contraction
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What does ATP stand for?
💡 Hint: Think about the components of the molecule.
What happens to ATP during muscle contraction?
💡 Hint: Consider how muscles generate force.
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What is the primary function of ATP in muscle contraction?
💡 Hint: Think about where muscles get their energy from.
True or False: ATP can be stored in large quantities in muscles.
💡 Hint: Consider how quickly ATP is consumed during intense activity.
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Explain in detail how ATP cycles through the muscle contraction process, including its role in both contraction and relaxation.
💡 Hint: Think about how energy transitions during the cycle.
Discuss the mechanisms by which the body regenerates ATP during varying intensities of exercise, detailing the roles of different energy systems.
💡 Hint: Consider the duration and intensity of physical activity.
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