It is commonly observed that we get cramps after heavy exercise. Give reason.

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It is commonly observed that we get cramps after heavy exercise.
During heavy exercise the body needs more energy.
To fulfil the demand for energy anaerobic respiration takes place in the muscles.
Due to anaerobic respiration in the muscles, lactic acid is produced from the partial breaks down of glucose.
The accumulated lactic acid in the muscles causes muscle cramps after heavy exercise.

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