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IB SEHS Chapter 9 Flashcards

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What are ergogenic acids?

Any substance, phenomenon or device that improves an athlete's performance.

Which of the following are examples of ergogenic acids? (Select all that apply)

The practice of living at sea level

The practice of living at high altitude (correct)

Ingestion of appropriate amounts of carbohydrate before and during exercise (correct)

Sharkskin (correct)

What is the placebo effect?

A positive effect that cannot be attributed to the properties of the placebo itself but must be due simply to the person's belief that the placebo works.

What is the function of a nasal dilator?

It decreases metabolic demand of breathing. Signup and view all the answers

What are anabolic steroids?

The metabolic process of creating or building more of a certain substance or tissue. Signup and view all the answers

What is an anabolic process?

Increase size of the muscle tissue and assist the process of building up the amount of substances/tissues in the body. Signup and view all the answers

What role does the hormone testosterone play?

Stimulates the development of various male characteristics. Signup and view all the answers

What are the effects of anabolic steroids? (Select all that apply)

Increase production of proteins to form muscle tissue Signup and view all the answers

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Ergogenic Acids

Define as any substance, phenomenon, or device that enhances athletic performance.
Examples include living at high altitude, using sharkskin, and carbohydrate ingestion before and during exercise.

Placebo Effect

Refers to a positive outcome that arises from a person's belief in the efficacy of a treatment rather than the treatment itself.

Nasal Dilator

Aids athletes by reducing the metabolic demand required for breathing during exercise.

Anabolic Steroids

These substances promote an anabolic process, enhancing the body's ability to build up tissues or substances.
Facilitate muscle growth and recovery by increasing protein production and mitigating stress hormone effects.

Anabolic Process

Results in increased muscle tissue size and overall enhancement of body substances.

Hormone Testosterone

Plays a crucial role in developing male characteristics, significantly impacting muscle growth and physical performance.

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Explore key concepts from Chapter 9 of the IB Sport, Exercise and Health Science curriculum with these flashcards. Test your understanding of ergogenic acids, their examples, and the placebo effect. Perfect for revision and enhancing your knowledge in sports science.