Why is it in the muscle's best interest to export lactic acid into the blood during intense exercise? Why is the conversion of lactate into glucose in the liver important for the organism?
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During intense exercise, muscles require a high amount of energy to perform their functions. This energy is primarily derived from the breakdown of glucose through a process called glycolysis. Show more…
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