Which of the following determines the force production in muscle contraction?

a. the amount of acetylcholine released into the synapse
b. the speed of the acetylcholinesterase acting to break down acetylcholine
c. the number of myofibers receiving an action potential from the neuron
d. the length of the sarcomeres involved in the contraction


c. the number of myofibers receiving an action potential from the neuron

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a. urethra b. renal artery c. glomerulus d. plasma e. sodium-potassium pumps

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Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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Many plants wind up with a Na+ concentration that is considerably lower than that of the surrounding soil. What plays a key role in allowing for such a difference to exist?

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