Which protein functions to break down clots after wounds heal?

A) prothrombin B) thrombin C) fibrinogen D) plasmin


Answer: D

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You find a new species of mouse that, compared to the house mice you are familiar with, sprints extraordinarily rapidly but also fatigues quickly. Which type of muscle fiber (compared to an ordinary house mouse) would you expect to see an increase in?

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What is the correct order of events that occur during muscle contraction?

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