MCAT Question A Day - 9/5/14 - Answer!
Skeletal muscle contraction may assist in all of the following EXCEPT:
A. movement of fluid through the body
B. body temperature regulation
C. posture
D. peristalsis
D is correct. Peristalsis is a function of smooth muscle only. Shivering is an example of temperature regulation by skeletal muscle. Skeletal muscle may assist in venous blood movement and lymph fluid movement.
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D is correct. Peristalsis is a function of smooth muscle only. Shivering is an example of temperature regulation by skeletal muscle. Skeletal muscle may assist in venous blood movement and lymph fluid movement.
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