Rigor mortis occurs after death because

A. cross-bridges form but can't release.
B. calcium is actively transported back to the sarcoplasmic reticulum.
C. anaerobic respiration is occurring.
D. myosin levels decline at death.
E. cross-bridges never form.


A

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