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The cytoplasm of a muscle fiber is referred to as:
Options
A Sarcolemma
B Sarcoplasm
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C Myofilament
D Endomysium
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Option B is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

The cytoplasm of a muscle cell is called sarcoplasm, which contains organelles, glycogen, and contractile elements necessary for muscle function.

Hint

Think of the prefix 'sarc-' meaning flesh, applied to the muscle cell cytoplasm.

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