Which Type of Contraction Can Be Seen in an Isolated

question 45

Multiple Choice

Which type of contraction can be seen in an isolated muscle but plays a minimal role in normal muscle activity?

• A) isometric
• B) twitch
• C) isotonic
• D) tectonic

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Definitions:

Triglyceride

A triglyceride is a type of fat molecule made up of three fatty acids linked to a glycerol backbone, commonly found in the human body and in foods.

Optically Inactive

Describes compounds that do not rotate the plane of polarized light, usually because they are achiral or have a symmetrical arrangement of atoms.

Base-promoted Hydrolysis

A chemical reaction where a base speeds up the hydrolysis process, commonly involving cleavage of bonds by the addition of water.

Fats

Molecules composed of triglycerides that are solid at room temperature, commonly found in animals and some plants, and serve as a major energy source.