2007-08-23 13:20:01 · 4 answers · asked by COLOMBIASBAD G 1 in Science & Mathematics ➔ Biology
Lactic Acid is a by product of anaerobic metabolism. When your cells are metabolizing sugar into energy one of the steps along the way is lactic acid but then it is further converted to energy, water and carbon dioxide, this is aerobic metabolism. When you work your cells harder or faster than the can metabolize sugar. The point in the cycle where lactic acid is converted gets backed up causing a build up of lactic acid in the tissues. This is anaerobic metabolism.
2007-08-23 13:35:07 · answer #1 · answered by tfloto 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes, it is the acid found in milk, but it is also the by-product of muscle use and is a waste product that has to be removed by the body.
Also: "During power-intensive exercises such as sprinting, when the rate of demand for energy is high, lactate is produced faster than the ability of the tissues to remove it and lactate concentration begins to rise." This is the major cause of muscle pain.
2007-08-23 20:29:48 · answer #2 · answered by Dan S 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
lactic acid
n.
A syrupy, water-soluble liquid, C3H6O3, produced in muscles as a result of anaerobic glucose metabolism, and present in sour milk, molasses, various fruits, and wines. A synthetic form of the compound is used in foods and beverages as a flavoring and preservative, in dyeing and textile printing, and in pharmaceuticals.
2007-08-23 20:40:01 · answer #3 · answered by cartoon_lady 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
acid present in dairy products i believe.
2007-08-23 20:27:57 · answer #4 · answered by lil ol me 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋