Lactic Acid An acid produced as a result of anaerobic respiration in muscles and red blood cells i.e. when glycogen is used as an energy source for respiration rather than oxygen . After production, it is converted back to glycogen in the liver. The build up of large amounts of lactic acid in the blood can lead to stress and toxic effects.
High levels are usually a result of sustained, excessive exercise.
The lamellae consist of the Primary lamellae which are attached to the gill arch at one end, and are the main branches, with the smaller, Secondary lamellae radiating form the them. The secondary lamellae are loosely bound together by mucus. The largest subclass of the Class Bivalvia . Larvae A pre-adult form. Generally free floating.