Once contraction has occurred, skeletal muscles release an enzyme called ________, which breaks down acetylcholine and allows the muscle to relax. 

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


acetylcholinesterase
Acetylcholinesterase is an enzyme that breaks down acetylcholine and allows the muscle to relax.

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