The Sarcoplasmic Reticulum Stores ________

Question

The sarcoplasmic reticulum stores ________.
A) oxygen
B) glucose
C) ATP
D) calcium ions
E) glycogen

Accepted Answer

The sarcoplasmic reticulum is a specialized type of endoplasmic reticulum found in muscle cells. Its main function is to store and release calcium ions, which are important for muscle contraction. Therefore, the correct answer is D) calcium ions.