Rigor Mortis Occurs Because ________

question 13

Multiple Choice

Rigor mortis occurs because ________.

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

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Definitions:

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