NEET Zoology Sliding Filament Theory MCQ Question
Which of the following is not observed during contraction of a muscle fibre? (1) A bands retain the length (2) Shortening of sarcomere (3) I band gets reduced (4) H zone retains the length
A bands retain the length
Shortening of sarcomere
I band gets reduced
H zone retains the length
Correct Answer
Detailed Explanation
During muscle contraction, the H zone shortens along with the I band, while the A band remains the same.
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