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What are the two proteins responsible for the striated appearance of myofibrils?
BiologyLocomotion and MovementNEET
Options:
  • A Myosin and Elasticin
  • B Z-line and Elasticin
  • C Actin and Myosin
  • D Thin filaments and Thick filaments
Solution:
1529 Upvotes Verified Answer
The correct answer is: Actin and Myosin
The striated appearance of myofibrils is due to the distribution pattern of two important proteins - Actin and Myosin. The light bands contain actin and the dark bands contain myosin.

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