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Which of the following statements about smooth muscle is true?
Which of the following statements about smooth muscle is true?
- Smooth muscle is exclusively found in the heart.
- Smooth muscle fibers are larger than those in skeletal muscle.
- Smooth muscle contracts under conscious control.
- Smooth muscle features a single, centrally located nucleus. (correct)
What is a key feature distinguishing cardiac muscle from smooth muscle?
What is a key feature distinguishing cardiac muscle from smooth muscle?
- Cardiac muscle operates only during voluntary movements.
- Cardiac muscle is under conscious control.
- Cardiac muscle has striated fibers joined by intercalated disks. (correct)
- Cardiac muscle fibers are not fatigue resistant.
Which statement accurately describes the contraction characteristics of smooth muscle?
Which statement accurately describes the contraction characteristics of smooth muscle?
- Smooth muscle contractions vary significantly with conscious effort.
- Smooth muscle contractions are only found in the digestive organs.
- Smooth muscle contractions are slow and uniform. (correct)
- Smooth muscle contractions are quick and forceful.
Where in the body can you find smooth muscle?
Where in the body can you find smooth muscle?
Which of the following best describes the type of muscle found in the myocardium?
Which of the following best describes the type of muscle found in the myocardium?
What is the primary function of skeletal muscle tissue?
What is the primary function of skeletal muscle tissue?
Which property of muscle allows it to return to its original shape after being stretched?
Which property of muscle allows it to return to its original shape after being stretched?
What type of muscle tissue is responsible for involuntary movements in the body's organs?
What type of muscle tissue is responsible for involuntary movements in the body's organs?
What characteristic is unique to cardiac muscle tissue compared to skeletal and smooth muscle?
What characteristic is unique to cardiac muscle tissue compared to skeletal and smooth muscle?
Which muscle property is primarily related to the ability to respond to stimuli?
Which muscle property is primarily related to the ability to respond to stimuli?
Which muscle is not primarily composed of skeletal muscle tissue?
Which muscle is not primarily composed of skeletal muscle tissue?
What function does skeletal muscle NOT directly perform?
What function does skeletal muscle NOT directly perform?
Which pair of characteristics is true for skeletal muscle fibers?
Which pair of characteristics is true for skeletal muscle fibers?
What is the role of ATP in muscle contraction?
What is the role of ATP in muscle contraction?
How do muscles primarily generate ATP during prolonged exercise?
How do muscles primarily generate ATP during prolonged exercise?
What factor is NOT associated with muscle fatigue?
What factor is NOT associated with muscle fatigue?
Which of the following conditions is classified as a muscle disorder?
Which of the following conditions is classified as a muscle disorder?
What process leads to the production of lactic acid during muscle activity?
What process leads to the production of lactic acid during muscle activity?
What role do troponin and tropomyosin play in skeletal muscle contraction?
What role do troponin and tropomyosin play in skeletal muscle contraction?
Which property distinguishes fast-twitch muscle fibers from slow-twitch muscle fibers?
Which property distinguishes fast-twitch muscle fibers from slow-twitch muscle fibers?
What is the primary structure found in skeletal muscle fibers that is essential for contraction?
What is the primary structure found in skeletal muscle fibers that is essential for contraction?
What characterizes the contraction of smooth muscle compared to skeletal muscle?
What characterizes the contraction of smooth muscle compared to skeletal muscle?
How do cardiac muscle cells ensure a coordinated contraction of the heart?
How do cardiac muscle cells ensure a coordinated contraction of the heart?
Which feature is NOT associated with smooth muscle cells?
Which feature is NOT associated with smooth muscle cells?
What primary mechanism underlies the contraction of muscle fibers according to the sliding filament theory?
What primary mechanism underlies the contraction of muscle fibers according to the sliding filament theory?
Which statement correctly reflects the energy metabolism of skeletal muscle fibers?
Which statement correctly reflects the energy metabolism of skeletal muscle fibers?
Flashcards
Smooth Muscle Location
Smooth Muscle Location
Found in the walls of airways, eyes, stomach, intestines, and blood vessels.
Smooth Muscle Function
Smooth Muscle Function
Involuntary muscle that moves food, empties liquid, and controls blood vessel width.
Cardiac Muscle Location
Cardiac Muscle Location
Only found in the heart wall (myocardium).
Cardiac Muscle Function
Cardiac Muscle Function
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Cardiac Muscle Properties
Cardiac Muscle Properties
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Muscular System Function
Muscular System Function
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Skeletal Muscle
Skeletal Muscle
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Muscle Properties
Muscle Properties
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Muscle Tissue Types
Muscle Tissue Types
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Muscle Attachment
Muscle Attachment
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Muscle Function: Locomotion
Muscle Function: Locomotion
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Muscle Function Composition
Muscle Function Composition
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Muscle Naming
Muscle Naming
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Muscle contraction
Muscle contraction
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ATP in muscle
ATP in muscle
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Muscle fatigue
Muscle fatigue
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Muscle energy sources
Muscle energy sources
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Muscle disorders
Muscle disorders
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Muscle Fiber Types
Muscle Fiber Types
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Skeletal Muscle Structure
Skeletal Muscle Structure
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Smooth Muscle Function
Smooth Muscle Function
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Cardiac Muscle Feature
Cardiac Muscle Feature
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Sliding Filament Theory
Sliding Filament Theory
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Muscle Contraction Trigger
Muscle Contraction Trigger
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Involuntary Muscle Characteristics
Involuntary Muscle Characteristics
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Muscle Contraction Speed
Muscle Contraction Speed
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Study Notes
Introduction to the Muscular System
- Muscles make up about 1/3 of the body's weight.
- Blood vessels and nerves control muscle function.
- The muscular system produces body heat and moves: bones (skeletal system), food (digestive system), blood (circulatory system), and fluids (excretory system).
Functions of the Muscular System
- Body movement (locomotion)
- Maintaining posture
- Respiration (diaphragm and intercostal muscles)
- Communication (verbal and facial)
- Constriction of organs and vessels
- Heartbeat
- Production of body heat (thermogenesis)
Properties of Muscle
- Excitability
- Contractility
- Extensibility
- Elasticity
Types of Muscle Tissue
- Skeletal muscle
- Smooth muscle
- Cardiac muscle
Skeletal Muscle
- Attaches to bone by tendons (connective tissue).
- The Achilles tendon is the largest tendon in the body.
- Makes up about 40% of body weight.
- Responsible for movement, facial expressions, posture, and respiration.
- Composed of muscle fibers (cells), connective tissue, blood vessels, and nerves.
- Muscle fibers are long, cylindrical, and multinucleated.
- Muscle fibers range from 1mm to 4cm in length.
- Develops from myoblasts.
- Skeletal muscles are striated (striped).
- Nuclei are peripherally located.
- Mostly voluntary.
Smooth Muscle
- Found in walls of internal organs (airways, eyes, stomach, blood vessels, and bladder).
- Involuntary (automatic).
- Moves food through digestive tract, empties bladder, controls blood vessel width.
- Non-striated (no stripes).
- Smaller and spindle-shaped cells.
- Single nucleus.
- Contractions are slow and uniform (consistent).
Cardiac Muscle
- Found only in the heart.
- Involuntary.
- Responsible for heart pumping.
- Striated (striped).
- Branching cells.
- Single nucleus.
- Fatigue-resistant.
- Fibers are joined by intercalated discs.
- Controlled by the autonomic nervous system (ANS) and hormones.
Muscle Nomenclature
- Muscle names are often descriptive.
- Named by location (pectoralis muscles), origin and insertion (brachioradialis), number of origins (biceps), function (flexor digitorum), size (vastus), shape (deltoid), or fascicle orientation (rectus).
Muscle Shapes
- Parallel/Fusiform: Fibers run parallel for long contractions and endurance.
- Convergent: Fibers converge to maximize force at insertion.
- Pennate: Many fibers per unit for strength but tire quickly (Unipennate, Bipennate, Multipennate).
- Circular: Fibers surround an opening, forming sphincters (examples: orbicularis oris and oculi).
Muscle Tissue Summary
- Table summarizing skeletal, smooth, and cardiac muscle locations, functions, striations, nucleus characteristics, control, and contractions (Provided in a separate table)
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This quiz covers the fundamentals of the muscular system, including its structure, functions, and types of muscle tissue. Explore how muscles contribute to movement, posture, respiration, and body heat production. Dive into the properties of muscle and the significance of skeletal muscle in the body.
