In Striated Muscle Cells, Which of These Structures Stores Calcium

question 98

Multiple Choice

In striated muscle cells, which of these structures stores calcium ions that trigger contraction?

• A) the internal surface of the plasma membrane
• B) the terminal cisterns
• C) T tubules
• D) the myofibrils

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