At rest, muscle tissue prefers to use _________ molecules as sources of fuel

A.   pyruvate
B.   fatty acid
C.   insulin
D.   protein
E.   simple carbohydrate


B

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Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)

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A) atlas B) last lumbar C) last cervical D) axis

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Expiration during quiet breathing

A. occurs when the diaphragm and external intercostal muscles relax. B. is not affected by the elastic properties of the lungs. C. is due to contraction of the diaphragm and elevation of the ribs. D. requires more muscle contractions than inspiration. E. is an active process.

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What structures carry the action potentials into the interior of the muscle to cause muscle contraction?

A. Ryanodine receptors B. Sarcoplasmic reticula C. T tubules D. Terminal cisternae

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