What is formed as a result of respiration in muscles? Explain in detail.

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Our muscles generally respire aerobically. During heavy exercises, the demand for energy in these cells are high but the supply of oxygen to produce energy is limited. In such situations, the muscle cells turn to anaerobic respiration to fulfil the energy demands. The anaerobic breakdown of glucose produces lactic acid in muscles.

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