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Which muscle fiber arrangement is observed in abdominal muscles?
Which muscle fiber arrangement is observed in abdominal muscles?
- Unipennate
- Fusiform
- Circular
- Parallel (correct)
What is the function of the synovial fluid found within the joint cavity?
What is the function of the synovial fluid found within the joint cavity?
- To provide structural support to the bones.
- To produce red blood cells for oxygen transport
- To facilitate the exchange of nutrients directly between bones
- To lubricate the joint and reduce friction during movement (correct)
Which of the following characteristics is associated with fast twitch muscle fibers?
Which of the following characteristics is associated with fast twitch muscle fibers?
- Low number of capillaries (correct)
- Fatigue slowly
- High blood supply
- High number of mitochondria
Why are tendons essential for muscle function?
Why are tendons essential for muscle function?
Which muscle type is best suited for activities requiring endurance, like long-distance running?
Which muscle type is best suited for activities requiring endurance, like long-distance running?
What type of muscle is the biceps brachii?
What type of muscle is the biceps brachii?
During activities requiring short bursts of intense power, such as sprinting, which muscle fiber type is primarily utilized?
During activities requiring short bursts of intense power, such as sprinting, which muscle fiber type is primarily utilized?
What is the role of the epimysium in muscle structure?
What is the role of the epimysium in muscle structure?
How does the structure of pennate muscles contribute to their function?
How does the structure of pennate muscles contribute to their function?
What is the primary function of articular cartilage in a synovial joint?
What is the primary function of articular cartilage in a synovial joint?
Flashcards
Tendon
Tendon
Connects muscle to bone, transmitting force for movement.
Epimysium
Epimysium
Outermost layer of connective tissue surrounding the entire muscle.
Perimysium
Perimysium
Connective tissue surrounding each fascicle (bundle of muscle fibers).
Endomysium
Endomysium
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Fascicle
Fascicle
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Muscle fiber
Muscle fiber
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Parallel Muscles
Parallel Muscles
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Fusiform Muscles
Fusiform Muscles
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Unipennate Muscles
Unipennate Muscles
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Bipennate Muscles
Bipennate Muscles
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Study Notes
- Bone attaches to the tendon which attaches to the epimysium. The epimysium surrounds the whole muscle
- Perimysium surrounds the fascicle
- The fascicle contains muscle fibers
- The endomysium surrounds the muscle fibers
- Blood vessels penetrate the perimysium to pass blood to the muscle fibers
Shapes of Muscles
- Parallel muscle examples include abdominal muscles
- Fusiform muscle examples include biceps brachii
- Unipennate muscle examples include digital extensors
- Bipennate muscle examples include rectus femoris
- Multipennate muscles examples include deltoideus
- Convergent muscle examples include pectoralis
- Circular muscle examples include orbicularis oculi
Joint Structure
- Bone
- Articular cartilage
- Synovial Membrane
- Articular Capsule
- Joint Cavity containing synovial fluid
Muscle Fiber Types
- Two types: slow-twitch and fast-twitch muscle fibers
Slow-Twitch Fibers
- Type 1
- Aerobic
- Red in color
- High blood supply
- Fatigue slowly
- Have a high number of capillaries
- Have a high number of mitochondria
- Adapted for endurance sports, including cycling, marathon running, and long-distance triathlons
Fast Twitch Fibers
- Types 2a or 2b
- Anaerobic
- Pale in color
- Low blood supply
- Fatigue rapidly.
- Have a low number of capillaries
- Have a low number of mitochondria
- Adapted for short bursts of activity, including sprinting races, pole vaulting, and cross fit-style events
Muscle Fibers Face Off
- Slow-twitch fibers get energy efficiently by using oxygen
- Slow-twitch: Delayed muscle firing
- Slow-twitch fibers do not fatigue easily
- Fast-twitch fibers do not burn oxygen to create energy
- Fast-twitch: Fast to fire; best for explosive body movements
- Fast-twitch fibers tire out quickly
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