MDCAT Physics MCQ #2120

A 16-year-old athlete feels muscle fatigue during a sprint. Which process is responsible for the rapid ATP production in this situation?

MDCAT Physics MCQ #2120

  1. Question 1

    Q1. A 16-year-old athlete feels muscle fatigue during a sprint. Which process is responsible for the rapid ATP production in this situation?

    • A) Anaerobic Respiration
    • B) Aerobic Respiration
    • C) Muscle Glycolysis
    • D) Lactic Acid Fermentation

    Answer: Lactic Acid Fermentation

    Explanation: Lactic acid fermentation is responsible for rapid ATP production; anaerobic respiration does not provide enough ATP, aerobic respiration is too slow.