Author Question: Samples should be coded to eliminate bias from the judges. Indicate whether the statement is true ... (Read 59 times)

gonzo233 · **on:** Aug 2, 2018

Samples should be coded to eliminate bias from the judges.

Indicate whether the statement is true or false

Question 2

Explain how muscle contraction takes place and how it affects the tenderness of meat.

What will be an ideal response?

wfdfwc23 · **Reply #1 on:** Aug 2, 2018

Answer to Question 1

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Answer to Question 2

Muscle contraction occurs as actin and myosin complex to form actomyosin. This shortens the sarcomere and toughens the meat. Muscle contraction occurs when meat is in rigor. Meat cooked at that stage would be extremely tough.