Question

The factor(s) that determine the duration of a twitch in various types of fibers is the speed of the

A. removal of Ca2+ ions from the sarcoplasm only.

B. hydrolysis of ATP only.

C. movement of Na+ across their membranes only.

D. removal of Ca2+ ions from the sarcoplasm and hydrolysis of ATP.

E. removal of Ca2+ ions from the sarcoplasm and hydrolysis of ATP and movement of Na+ across their membranes.

Answer 1

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Interesting question about physiology.

The duration of a twitch in various types of fibers is the speed of the removal of Calcium ions from the sarcoplasm. Therefore, your answer should be A.