ATP resynthesis without oxygen
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Anaerobic systems resynthesise ATP without oxygen and are used at the onset of exercise and during high-intensity efforts.
The anaerobic energy system supplies ATP without oxygen, meaning no oxygen is used.
Topics that use ATP resynthesis without oxygen
- Energy systems (AQA A-Level)
Related terms
- Absolute and relative values
- Aerobic and anaerobic adaptation
- Aerobic energy system and endurance performance
- Aerobic energy transfer
- Aerobic versus anaerobic ATP generation
- Anaerobic and aerobic transfer
- Anaerobic ATP regeneration
- Anaerobic energy systems at high intensity
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