The Golgi Tendon Organ Is Stimulated More When

question 73

Multiple Choice

The Golgi tendon organ is stimulated more when

• A) muscles are metabolically active and produce oxygen.
• B) muscle tension increases.
• C) muscle tension decreases.
• D) muscle tension stays the same.

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Definitions:

ATP

Adenosine triphosphate, a molecule that carries energy within cells, used for metabolic processes.

Energy Currency

A term often referring to ATP (Adenosine Triphosphate), the primary molecule used to store and transfer energy within cells.

Phosphate Bonds

High-energy chemical bonds found in many biological molecules such as ATP, which release energy when broken.

Chemical Work

The process of using and converting chemical energy to perform tasks within a cell, such as synthesizing biomolecules.