Rigor Mortis Occurs Because

question 24

Multiple Choice

Rigor mortis occurs because .

• A) the cells are dead
• B) sodium ions leak into the muscle causing continued contractions
• C) proteins are beginning to break down, thus preventing a flow of calcium ions
• D) no ATP is available to release attached actin and myosin molecules

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