After a period of exercise, a person will breathe heavily for some time after the activity has ceased. What is happening during this time as the oxygen debt is being paid?
A) Lactic acid is being removed.
B) Creatine phosphate is being regenerated.
C) Glycogen stores are being regenerated.
D) All of the above are true.

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During the period of heavy breathing after exercise, all three processes are happening simultaneously - lactic acid is being removed, creatine phosphate is being regenerated, and glycogen stores are being replenished. This is because the body is working to restore the balance of oxygen and energy sources in the muscles that were depleted during exercise.

After a Period of Exercise, a Person Will Breathe Heavily