Which of the following statements is correct regarding the red and white locomotor muscles of fish?

A) White muscle exhibits maximal power output at lower tail-beat frequencies.
B) Fish tend to use red muscle for slow, often continuous swimming.
C) Red muscle tends to be more glycolytic.
D) Red muscle shows maximal power output at high tail-beat frequencies.


Answer: B

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