Rigor Mortis Occurs When ____

question 19

Multiple Choice

Rigor mortis occurs when ____.

• A)ATP levels fall
• B)calcium levels rise
• C)potassium levels fall
• D)acetylcholine stimulates contraction
• E)ADP is produced

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Definitions:

Acidic

Having a pH less than 7, indicating a higher concentration of hydrogen ions in a solution, which gives it acidic properties.

Basic

In chemistry, basic describes substances with a pH greater than 7, possessing the ability to accept protons or donate electrons or hydroxide ions.

Metabolic Reactions

Chemical reactions in living organisms that are necessary for maintaining life, involving anabolism and catabolism.

Chemical Compounds

Chemical compounds are substances consisting of two or more different chemically bonded elements, with a fixed ratio determining the composition.