ATP-PC System
Anaerobic Glycolysis (Lactic Acid System)
Aerobic System
100

This is the primary energy system used for explosive, short-duration activities lasting 0-10 seconds, such as a 100m sprint.

ATP-PC system

100

This compound is the primary fuel source for the anaerobic glycolysis system.

Glycogen (or Glucose)

100

This element is required for the oxidative system to function.

oxygen

200

This high-energy compound is broken down to quickly resynthesize ATP.

Phosphocreatine (PC)

200

This is the primary byproduct that accumulates in the muscle during high-intensity exercise lasting 30 seconds to 2 minutes.

Lactic Acid

200

This is the time it takes to fully recover from using the aerobic system for completing a marathon.

2-3 days

300

Because this system does not require oxygen, it is classified as this.

Anaerobic

300

This is the main disadvantage of the lactic acid system, often causing a "burning" sensation and muscle fatigue.

Hydrogen Ion accumulation (or Lactic Acid build-up)

300

These are the main fuel sources utilized by the aerobic system.

Carbohydrates followed by fats and then protein last

400

This is the specific chemical that remains after ATP releases its energy to the muscle.

ADP (Adenosine Diphosphate)

400

How many ATP does this process create?

2 ATP per mole

400

The aerobic system produces energy in this part of the cell, often called the powerhouse.

Mitochondria

500

This is the limiting factor for how long the ATP-PC system can provide energy before it is depleted.

stored PC (Phosphocreatine)

500

How long is the recovery rate for using this system?

30-60 min

500

Efficiency of the ATP production is...(speed and amount)?

slow but good amount of 38 ATP per mole