NEETZoology-Locomotion and Movement
NEET Zoology Muscle Contraction MCQ Question
Type: MCQ-conceptual-Medium-Class 11
Sliding filament theory can be best explained as:
A
When myofilaments slide pass each other actin filaments shorten while myosin filament do not shorten.
B
Actin and myosin filaments shorten and slide pass each other.
C
Actin and myosin filaments do not shorten but rather pass each other.
D
When myofilaments slide pass each other myosin filaments shorten while actin filament do not shorten.
Correct Answer
Option C
Detailed Explanation
In the sliding filament theory, actin and myosin filaments slide past each other without shortening, causing muscle contraction.
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