Skeletal muscles are stimulated to contract by nerves and act as effectors (A-level only)

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An experimental drug, Ry-Block, selectively inhibits the calcium release channels (ryanodine receptors) in the membrane of the sarcoplasmic reticulum in skeletal muscle fibres.

Explain how Ry-Block would prevent muscle contraction.

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Skeletal muscles are stimulated to contract by nerves and act as effectors (A-level only) Questions

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