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Biology Chapter 8: Cilia, Flagella, and Muscles
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Biology Chapter 8: Cilia, Flagella, and Muscles

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Which of the following statements about flagella is incorrect?

  • Flagellar movement helps in maintaining water current in the canal system of sponges.
  • Flagellar movement helps in the swimming of spermatozoa.
  • Flagellar movement helps in the locomotion of Euglena.
  • Flagellar movement is controlled by the nervous system. (correct)
  • What is the primary function of skeletal muscles based on the text?

  • Controlling activities of hollow visceral organs.
  • Helping in locomotory actions and body posture changes. (correct)
  • Aiding in the swimming of spermatozoa.
  • Maintaining water current in the canal system of sponges.
  • How are visceral muscles different from skeletal muscles based on the text?

  • Visceral muscles do not exhibit any striation, while skeletal muscles have a striped appearance. (correct)
  • Visceral muscles have voluntary control, while skeletal muscles are involuntary.
  • Visceral muscles are striated, while skeletal muscles are smooth.
  • Visceral muscles are primarily involved in locomotory actions.
  • What is the origin of muscle tissue as mentioned in the text?

    <p>Mesoderm.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why are skeletal muscles also known as voluntary muscles according to the text?

    <p>Because their activities are under the voluntary control of the nervous system.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What special properties do muscles possess according to the text?

    <p>Excitability and contractility.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Based on what criteria have muscles been classified according to the text?

    <p>Location, appearance, and regulation of activities.</p> Signup and view all the answers

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