After a period of intense exercise,the build-up of lactic acid leads to ________.
A) oxygen debt
B) glycolysis
C) the Cori cycle
D) muscle fatigue

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The build-up of lactic acid after intense exercise is one of the main causes of muscle fatigue. Lactic acid accumulates when the body is unable to break down glucose for energy, leading to a decrease in pH levels in the muscles and eventually causing muscle fatigue.

After a Period of Intense Exercise,the Build-Up of Lactic Acid