During Cross-Bridge Cycling, the Molecule ______ Binds to Myosin Heads

question 46

Short Answer

During cross-bridge cycling, the molecule ______ binds to myosin heads, allowing the myosin heads to extend and bind to ______ filaments. ATP is hydrolyzed to ______ by the removal of inorganic phosphate. As hydrolysis occurs, the myosin head pulls against actin, and they slide relative to each other. The ________________ remain bound to actin until they encounter a molecule of ATP, at which point they release actin and extend to their original conformation (shape).

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Definitions:

Communication

The process through which people transmit information about their ideas and feelings to one another.

Speech Accommodation

The process whereby individuals adjust their speech patterns, tone, or language to match or align with their conversation partners.

Intimacy

The sense of being close and emotionally connected and transparent with another person, often involving a deep knowledge of the other.

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Unpleasant emotions such as sadness, anger, fear, or jealousy that can affect an individual's mental state and well-being.