Chapter 12, Problem 17RA

Summary Introduction

To determine:

The false statement about Ca2+ (calcium ion) release channels in the sarcoplasmic reticulum.

Introduction:

The membrane of the muscle cells is termed as the sarcoplasmic reticulum. These membranes serve as the store house of Ca2+ that are important for the formation of cross-bridge between the actin-myosin filaments. The cross-bridge results in muscle contraction and the movement occurs in various body parts.