Which Type of Leg Muscles Do Various Animals Depend on for Long

Question

Which type of leg muscles do various animals depend on for long distance ground locomotion?
A) Slow oxidative, because of their endurance
B) Fast glycolytic, because of their intensity
C) Slow glycolytic, because of their intensity
D) Fast oxidative, because of their endurance

Accepted Answer

Slow oxidative muscles are rich in mitochondria and myoglobin, allowing them to sustain long periods of activity without fatigue, making them ideal for endurance activities like long-distance locomotion.