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The basic contractile (functional) unit of a striated muscle fibre is the:

  • A sarcomere
  • B neuron
  • C nephron
  • D alveolus

Correct answer: A. sarcomere

Explanation: The sarcomere, between two Z-lines, is the functional unit of muscle contraction.

Concept context

Types of movement, muscle contraction, skeletal system, joints, and disorders. Important for Class 11 and NEET.

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