mdcat logical reasoning MCQ #944

During intense exercise, an athlete's body temperature increases due to the breakdown of ATP.

mdcat logical reasoning MCQ #944

  1. Question 1

    Q1. During intense exercise, an athlete's body temperature increases due to the breakdown of ATP.

    • A) ATP is broken down into ADP and Pi in the absence of oxygen.
    • B) The electron transport chain produces most of the ATP in aerobic respiration.
    • C) Muscle contractions generate heat due to the inefficiency of the sliding filament theory.
    • D) NADH and FADH2 are produced during the breakdown of glucose.

    Answer: Muscle contractions generate heat due to the inefficiency of the sliding filament theory.

    Explanation: Muscle contractions generate heat due to the inefficiency of the sliding filament theory, increasing the athlete's body temperature.