Rigor mortis occurs after death because

A. cross-bridges never form.
B. anaerobic respiration is occurring.
C. myosin levels decline at death.
D. cross-bridges form but can't release.
E. Ca2+ is actively transported back to the sarcoplasmic reticulum.


Answer: D

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