Explanation

• Long-duration runners mainly rely on carbohydrates as their primary energy source.
• Carbohydrates are quickly converted into glucose and stored as glycogen.

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Explanation

• Measures: Aerobic / cardiovascular fitness
• Method: Stepping up and down on a bench
• Standard Step Height: ~20 inches (50.8 cm)
• Test Duration: Up to 5 minutes
• Score Based On: Heart rate recovery after exercise

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Explanation

• Landing Outside Sector: Foul / Not valid
• Measurement: Not taken
• Sector Angle (Shot/Hammer/Discus): 34.92°
• Result: Attempt cancelled
• Rule Authority: World Athletics (IAAF)

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Explanation

• The international governing body of badminton is the BWF (Badminton World Federation).

Additional information:

• Founded: 1934 (as IBF, renamed BWF in 2006)
• Headquarters: Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
• Role: Sets rules, organizes tournaments like World Championships, Thomas & Uber Cups

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Explanation

• Length: 13.40 m (44 ft)
• Width: 5.18 m (17 ft)

• Length: 15.38 m (50.5 ft)
• Width: 5.18 m (17 ft)

Explanation

• Sector Angle: 34.92°
• Governing Body: IAAF / World Athletics
• Throwing Circle Diameter: 2.135 m
• Purpose: Defines the valid landing area for the shot
• Throws Outside Sector: Considered fouls

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Explanation

• Sector Angle: 34.92°
• Governing Body: IAAF / World Athletics
• Purpose: Defines valid throw area for athletes
• Throw Distance Measurement: From the center of throwing circle to landing point within sector
• Throwing Circle Diameter: 2.135 m

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Explanation

• Hurdle Height (Women): 76.2 cm (30 inches)
• Number of Hurdles: 10
• Race Distance: 400 meters
• Men’s Hurdle Height for 400m: 91.4 cm (for comparison)
• Purpose: Tests speed, endurance, and hurdling technique
• Hurdle spacing: First hurdle 45 m from start, 35 m between hurdles, 40 m to finish line.
• Standardized by: IAAF / World Athletics

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Explanation

• Men’s Javelin Weight: 800 g
• Women’s Javelin Weight: 600 g
• Governing Body: IAAF (World Athletics)
• Purpose: Standardization of competition equipment
• Length of Javelin (Men): 2.6–2.7 m

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Explanation

• Maltose is broken down by the enzyme maltase into glucose in the small intestine.
• This glucose is then absorbed into the bloodstream for energy.

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