How Does Contraction and Relaxation in Smooth Muscle Compare to That

question 59

Multiple Choice

How does contraction and relaxation in smooth muscle compare to that in skeletal muscle?

• A) it is faster in smooth muscle than in skeletal muscle
• B) it is slower in smooth muscle than in skeletal muscle
• C) it occurs at the same speed in smooth muscle as in skeletal muscle
• D) smooth muscle does not relax

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