The Degree of Stretch Experienced by the Sarcomeres in the Ventricle

question 83

Multiple Choice

The degree of stretch experienced by the sarcomeres in the ventricle cells before they contract is called:

• A)contractility.
• B)preload.
• C)stroke volume.
• D)afterload.

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