The Resident Microbiota Have No Role in Defense Against Pathogen

question 5

True/False

The resident microbiota have no role in defense against pathogen invasion.

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Definitions:

Slow-oxidative Fibers

Muscle fibers that are fatigue-resistant, have high mitochondrial density, and primarily use aerobic respiration for energy, suitable for endurance activities.

Fast-glycolytic Fibers

Muscle fibers that use glycolysis as their primary energy source and contract quickly, providing short bursts of strength and speed.

Tetanus

A bacterial infection characterized by muscle spasms, caused by the bacterium Clostridium tetani.

Sarcolemma

The muscle cell plasma membrane.