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In a cross section of a sarcomere, how many actin filaments surround each myosin filament?

Correct answer D. 6

Explanation

Thick myosin filaments are arranged in a hexagonal lattice, so each one is surrounded by six thin actin filaments with which its heads can form cross-bridges.

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