Cells Responsible for Generating the Physical Contraction of the Heart

question 8

Multiple Choice

Cells responsible for generating the physical contraction of the heart muscle are the:

• A) contractile cells.
• B) specialized pacemaker cells.
• C) Both are responsible.
• D) None are responsible.

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