3 Questions
What is the phenomenon called when the strength of contraction of a muscle increases to a plateau?
Staircase effect or treppe
What is believed to be the primary cause of the staircase effect?
Increasing calcium ions in the cytosol
What is the initial strength of contraction of a muscle after a long period of rest compared to its strength 10 to 50 muscle twitches later?
Half
Study Notes
Test your knowledge on the phenomenon where the strength of a muscle's contraction increases to a plateau. Explore the primary cause of the staircase effect and understand how the initial strength of contraction compares to later contractions after multiple twitches.
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