NEET Biology question

Which of the following correctly characterizes a "red (slow-oxidative)" type of skeletal muscle fibre?

(A)Few mitochondria and high glycogen content
(B)Less myoglobin quantity and few surrounding capillaries
(C)Low glycolytic enzyme activity and high glycogen store
(D)High myoglobin content and slow rate of contractionCorrect

Answer: (D)

Solution

Red (slow-oxidative) skeletal muscle fibres are characterised by a high myoglobin content, which stores oxygen to sustain aerobic ATP production and supports their slow,

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