AIIMS2011ZoologyLocomotion and Movement
Skeletal muscles appear striated due to presence of two characteristic proteins in alternating dark and light bands. Which of the following is a correct match of the protein with its light refractive property and colour?
Options
- A(a)
- B(b)
- C(c)
- D(d)
Correct answer
D. (d)
Step-by-step solution
Each actin (thin) filament is a polymerised protein made up of two ' F ' (fibrous) actin strands helically wound to each other. Each ' F ' actin is a polymer of monomeric ' G ' (globular) actins. It is light in colour & shows isotropic property.