Sleep Science
How many hours of sleep should high school students get?
8-10 hours
What is the unit of energy for food?
Calories
What does CVD stand for?
Cardiovascular Disease
What connects muscle to bone?
Tendon
What is the major muscle used in a bench press?
Pectorals
What sleep disorder involves struggling to fall asleep?
Insomnia
Name the three macronutrients.
Carbs, Proteins, Fats
What is a malignant tumor?
Cancerous tumor that spreads
Name the longest bone in your body.
Femur
What type of muscle is involuntary and found in organ walls?
Smooth muscle
What hormone regulates your sleep cycle?
Melatonin
Which macronutrient has 9 calories per gram?
Fats
What's the difference between Type 1 and Type 2 diabetes?
Type 1: immune reaction/childhood; Type 2: lifestyle/middle age
What are the two things bones release for muscle contractions?
Calcium & ATP
What is the eccentric portion of a lift?
Lowering/lengthening phase
Why does blue light damage your sleep pattern?
Makes your brain think it's daytime
What type of fats are liquid at room temperature?
Unsaturated
What causes cardiac arrest?
Failure of electrical system
What blood cells are responsible for defense systems?
White blood cells
What two things do muscles need to contract?
Calcium & ATP
What part of the brain maintains homeostasis?
Hypothalamus
What's the difference between fat-soluble and water-soluble vitamins?
Fat-soluble stored in body/can be toxic; water-soluble lost quickly
What condition involves inflammation of joints and connective tissues?
Arthritis
What condition causes bow legs in children?
Rickets
Which energy system do cross country runners primarily use?
Aerobic respiration