"Sqwertz" > wrote in message
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> On Wed, 24 Mar 2010 13:09:59 -0400, Sunny wrote:
>
>> Cold shortening is caused by the release of stored calcium ions
>> from
>> the sarcoplasmic reticulum of muscle fibers in response to the
>> cold
>> stimulus. The calcium ions trigger powerful muscle contraction
>> aided
>> by ATP molecules. To prevent cold shortening, a process known
>> as
>> electrical stimulation is carried out, especially in beef
>> carcass,
>> immediately after slaughter and skinning. In this process, the
>> carcass
>> is stimulated with alternating current, causing it to contract
>> and
>> relax, which depletes the ATP reserve from the carcass and
>> prevents
>> cold shortening[citation needed].
>
> Hmm. I've never seen that mentioned or shown in the clips I've
> seen. I'm almost sorry I asked ;-)
>
> But it sounds the safest and most hygienic rather than let it
> sit
> and slowly chill inside the danger zone.

I wonder if undertakers do that with Grandma as well. It makes
sense that a wire to the ear and another to a toe could relieve
rigor mortis and the work involved in making her "look natural."
Anyone know?

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And suppose you were a member
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