Question

white fibers are classified as such because they contain lower amounts of pigment myoglobin. thus, it can be inferred that white fibers are ________.
oxidative
glycolytic
slow - twitch
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Explanation:

White muscle fibers have less myoglobin and rely more on anaerobic glycolysis for energy production, which is characteristic of glycolytic fibers. Oxidative fibers have more myoglobin and are associated with aerobic metabolism. Slow - twitch fibers also have more myoglobin and are adapted for endurance.

Answer:

B. glycolytic