The function of transverse tubules is to a. rapidly move action potentials to the interior of the muscle fiber. b. conduct ATP molecules out of the mitochondria throughout the sarcoplasm. c. ensure a supply of glycogen thro

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Kenley Hayden

12 July, 05:30

The function of transverse tubules is to a. rapidly move action potentials to the interior of the muscle fiber. b. conduct ATP molecules out of the mitochondria throughout the sarcoplasm. c. ensure a supply of glycogen thro

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Sam Barr · Answer 1

Answer: Option A.

Transverse tubules rapidly move the action potential to the interior of the muscle potential.

Explanation:

Transverse tubules are cylindrical pockets found in the plasma membrane of muscle cells. They are formed from phospholipid bilayer or sarcolemma of skeletal or cardiac muscle cells. They have membrane that have large concentration of ion channels, transporters and pump. They permit action potention into the cell and also to a particular structure sarcuplasmic reticulum. They play a role in regulating cellular calcium concentration.