Which molecule in a muscle cell has a cross-bridge that attaches to a binding site to effect the shortening of the cell?

Tropomyosin
Myosin
Actin
Troponin
Myosin  Myosin (the thick filament) has a cross-bridge that attaches to a binding site on actin (the thin filament) when it is exposed.

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A. Deltoid
B. Extensor carpi ulnaris
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D. Biceps femoris
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B. Triceps brachii
C. Soleus
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