Question

multiple choice question
which shorten as a result of sarcomeres shortening?
only skeletal muscle cells
only cardiac muscle cells
both cardiac and skeletal muscle cells
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Explanation:

Sarcomeres are the basic contractile units of muscle fibers. Both cardiac and skeletal muscle cells contain sarcomeres, and their shortening leads to muscle - cell shortening.

Answer:

C. both cardiac and skeletal muscle cells