Compared to slow-twitch fibers, fast-twitch muscle fibers generally have _______.

A. more mitochondria
B. a higher glycolytic capacity
C. more myoglobin
D. two of the above


Ans: B. a higher glycolytic capacity

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Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).

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