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What is the primary structural component of thick filaments in myofibrils?
What is the primary structural component of thick filaments in myofibrils?
- Myosin (correct)
- Tropomyosin
- Calmodulin
- Actin
Which region is specifically described as being bisected by a Z disc?
Which region is specifically described as being bisected by a Z disc?
- A band
- H zone
- M line
- I band (correct)
Which part of the myofibril is characterized by a lighter zone corresponding to myosin without thin filaments?
Which part of the myofibril is characterized by a lighter zone corresponding to myosin without thin filaments?
- M line
- Z line
- A band
- H zone (correct)
What structure marks the center of the H zone?
What structure marks the center of the H zone?
What is the width of thick filaments within the myofibrils?
What is the width of thick filaments within the myofibrils?
Which component fills the regions around the Z line within the I bands?
Which component fills the regions around the Z line within the I bands?
What type of proteins primarily make up the heavy chains of myosin?
What type of proteins primarily make up the heavy chains of myosin?
Which of the following processes is crucial for the binding of myosin heads to actin?
Which of the following processes is crucial for the binding of myosin heads to actin?
What type of muscle fibers are characterized by rapid, short-term contractions and low mitochondrial content?
What type of muscle fibers are characterized by rapid, short-term contractions and low mitochondrial content?
Which muscle fiber type is best adapted for endurance and prolonged activity without fatigue?
Which muscle fiber type is best adapted for endurance and prolonged activity without fatigue?
Which muscle fiber type demonstrates the ability to switch between aerobic and anaerobic respiration?
Which muscle fiber type demonstrates the ability to switch between aerobic and anaerobic respiration?
What characteristic feature distinguishes Type IIb muscle fibers from Type I and IIa fibers?
What characteristic feature distinguishes Type IIb muscle fibers from Type I and IIa fibers?
Which feature is NOT associated with Type I - Slow Oxidative fibers?
Which feature is NOT associated with Type I - Slow Oxidative fibers?
What metabolic process do Type IIb fibers primarily rely on for energy production?
What metabolic process do Type IIb fibers primarily rely on for energy production?
The color of fast glycolytic fibers is typically described as:
The color of fast glycolytic fibers is typically described as:
Which type of muscle fibers would be found in a sprinter's legs due to their need for rapid strength and speed?
Which type of muscle fibers would be found in a sprinter's legs due to their need for rapid strength and speed?
What initiates a muscle impulse at the neuromuscular junction?
What initiates a muscle impulse at the neuromuscular junction?
What role do calcium ions play in muscle contraction?
What role do calcium ions play in muscle contraction?
What is the function of the T-tubules in muscle fibers?
What is the function of the T-tubules in muscle fibers?
What mechanism allows myosin heads to attach to actin during muscle contraction?
What mechanism allows myosin heads to attach to actin during muscle contraction?
How do Schwann cells contribute to muscle fiber innervation?
How do Schwann cells contribute to muscle fiber innervation?
What structure does ACh bind to after its release at the neuromuscular junction?
What structure does ACh bind to after its release at the neuromuscular junction?
What happens after calcium ions bind to troponin during muscle contraction?
What happens after calcium ions bind to troponin during muscle contraction?
What is the significance of the external lamina of Schwann cells in muscle fiber innervation?
What is the significance of the external lamina of Schwann cells in muscle fiber innervation?
What is the primary protein component of thin filaments?
What is the primary protein component of thin filaments?
How are thin filaments anchored in muscle fibers?
How are thin filaments anchored in muscle fibers?
What does troponin consist of?
What does troponin consist of?
What initiates the release of calcium from the sarcoplasmic reticulum?
What initiates the release of calcium from the sarcoplasmic reticulum?
Which statement about the configuration of thin filaments is correct?
Which statement about the configuration of thin filaments is correct?
What specialized structure facilitates the release of calcium ions into the cytoplasm?
What specialized structure facilitates the release of calcium ions into the cytoplasm?
What is the function of tropomyosin in muscle contraction?
What is the function of tropomyosin in muscle contraction?
What is the length and width of a thin filament?
What is the length and width of a thin filament?
What is a notable characteristic of smooth muscle cells when they contract?
What is a notable characteristic of smooth muscle cells when they contract?
Which statement about the structure of smooth muscle fibers is correct?
Which statement about the structure of smooth muscle fibers is correct?
What role do gap junctions play in smooth muscle cells?
What role do gap junctions play in smooth muscle cells?
How are smooth muscle fibers primarily controlled?
How are smooth muscle fibers primarily controlled?
What effect does smooth muscle contraction have on the cell length?
What effect does smooth muscle contraction have on the cell length?
In which locations is smooth muscle predominantly found?
In which locations is smooth muscle predominantly found?
What type of muscle is also referred to as visceral muscle?
What type of muscle is also referred to as visceral muscle?
What structural element is concentrated near the nuclei of smooth muscle fibers?
What structural element is concentrated near the nuclei of smooth muscle fibers?
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Study Notes
Muscle Tissue Overview
- Myofibrils show a repetitive arrangement of sarcomeres, characterized by transverse striations.
- Sarcomeres exhibit the A band, H zone, and I band structure.
- I bands contain sarcoplasm, mitochondria, glycogen, and smooth endoplasmic reticulum around the Z line.
Thick Filaments
- Thick filaments are approximately 1.6 μm long and 15 nm wide, primarily composed of myosin.
- Myosin includes two heavy chains and two pairs of light chains, with myosin heads capable of binding actin.
- ATP facilitates energy release in the actomyosin interaction.
A Bands, H Zone, and I Bands
- A bands consist of thick filaments and overlapping thin filaments; they are darker in appearance.
- H zone is the lighter central region of the A band with only myosin rod-like portions.
- I bands are lighter zones bisected by Z discs, containing non-overlapping thin filaments.
Thin Filaments
- Thin filaments measure 1.0 μm long and 8 nm wide, coiled and composed of F-actin.
- They are anchored on the Z disc by actin-binding proteins and tightly associate with regulatory proteins: tropomyosin and troponin.
Sarcoplasmic Reticulum & T Tubules
- Sarcoplasmic reticulum specializes in calcium ion sequestration.
- Depolarization of the sarcoplasmic reticulum membrane releases calcium ions, initiating contraction.
- Transverse (T) tubules penetrate deeply into the sarcoplasm and encircle myofibrils at the A and I band boundaries.
Triad Structure
- The triad consists of a T tubule flanked by two terminal cisternae of the sarcoplasmic reticulum.
- Upon depolarization, calcium ions release into the cytoplasm, enabling actin-myosin interaction.
Muscle Contraction Mechanism
- A nerve impulse releases acetylcholine (ACh), causing muscle impulses and subsequent contraction.
- Calcium binds to troponin, exposing active sites on actin, allowing myosin heads to form cross bridges.
Innervation of Muscle
- Myelinated motor nerves form branches within perimysium, giving rise to unmyelinated terminals that synapse with muscle fibers.
- Schwann cells enclose axon branches and fuse their external lamina with the sarcolemma of muscle cells.
Skeletal Muscle Fiber Types
- Type I (Slow Oxidative): Specialized for long, fatigue-resistant contractions; rich in mitochondria and myoglobin, using aerobic respiration.
- Type IIa (Fast, Oxidative-Glycolytic): Intermediate features between Type I and Type IIb; primarily uses aerobic respiration but can switch to anaerobic.
- Type IIb (Fast, Glycolytic): Tailored for quick, intense contractions; fewer mitochondria and capillaries, reliant on anaerobic glycolysis, leading to rapid fatigue.
Smooth Muscle Characteristics
- Also known as visceral muscle; involved in involuntary contractions in various organs.
- Features elongated, non-striated cells with tapering ends, connected by gap junctions.
- Contains prominent mitochondria, polyribosomes, and a network of reticular fibers; contraction deforms nuclei into a corkscrew shape.
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