The Sliding Filament Model of Contraction Involves ________

question 19

Multiple Choice

The sliding filament model of contraction involves ________.

• A) actin and myosin sliding past each other and partially overlapping
• B) the shortening of thick filaments so that thin filaments slide past
• C) actin and myosin lengthening in order to slide past each other
• D) the Z discs sliding over the myofilaments

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