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Where is lactic acid formed during respiration?

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Kidney
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Muscles
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Neuron
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WBC
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Solution

The correct option is B Muscles

During strenuous physical exercise, respiration rate and pulse rate increases, so the muscle cells need more oxygen. In the absence of sufficient oxygen, muscles convert glucose into lactic acid and release energy by anaerobic respiration.


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