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After exercising, Theo is aware that anaerobic respiration occurred in his body because his muscles ache. Which substance caused his muscles to feel sore?

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The metabolite called lactic acid causes the body, specifically the muscles to ache after performing exercises. During exercise, respiration takes place which converts glucose substituents to be converted into metabolites such as lactic acid.
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