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1
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Name a sugar used in respiration

A

Glucose

2
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What does sweat contain?

A

Water and mineral ions

3
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What can happen to your bodies cells if you sweat a lot?

A

They can become dehydrated

4
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What is a good idea after exercising for a long period of time?

A

Replacing the sugar and mineral ions and water which have been lost in your sweat

5
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Name a solution of replacing sugar and mineral ions and why?

A

Sports drinks, the water in the drinks help to rehydrate your bodies cells and they contain lots of mineral ions and sugars too

6
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What are sports drinks designed to do?

A

Help balance the concentration of body fluids and the concentrations inside the cells

7
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What does it mean if a solution is isotonic?

A

If the drink concentration matches the body fluids

8
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Why is the evidence for sports drinks varied?

A

Some sports scientists think it is just as good to have a drink of water, whereas others believe the sports drinks may help athletes replace mineral ions and sugars as well as water

9
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What happens to your muscles during exercise?

A

They respire to release energy