The Z line, or Z disc, is a structure found in striated muscle fibers, specifically in skeletal and cardiac muscle. It marks the boundary between adjacent sarcomeres, the fundamental units of muscle contraction. The Z line is composed of proteins, including alpha-actinin, which anchor the actin filaments, helping to maintain the sarcomere's structural integrity during muscle contraction and relaxation.
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