Asked by Michaela Elise on Jul 23, 2024

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The bright red color of red muscle fibers comes from the presence of ____, exemplifying their role in producing ATP mainly by aerobic respiration.

A) blood
B) hemoglobin
C) carbon dioxide
D) sarcomeres
E) myoglobin

Red Muscle Fibers

Muscle fibers with high myoglobin content and mitochondria, adapted for endurance and sustained activity by aerobic respiration.

Myoglobin

Muscle protein that reversibly binds oxygen.

  • Recognize the classifications and roles of muscles within the human anatomy.
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Lauren ArrambideJul 26, 2024
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E
Explanation :
The bright red color of red muscle fibers comes from the presence of myoglobin, which stores oxygen and allows for aerobic respiration to occur in the muscle cell.