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Differentiate red and white muscle fibers on the basis of myoglobin.
- Red fibers: High myoglobin, rich in mitochondria, aerobic respiration, fatigue-resistant.
- White fibers: Low myoglobin, fewer mitochondria, depend on anaerobic respiration, fatigue quickly.
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