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What is the primary role of tendons when a skeletal muscle contracts?
What is the primary role of tendons when a skeletal muscle contracts?
Which type of bone is primarily found at the ends of long bones and contains red marrow?
Which type of bone is primarily found at the ends of long bones and contains red marrow?
What marks the end of growth in long bones during development?
What marks the end of growth in long bones during development?
What is the primary function of osteoclasts in the skeletal system?
What is the primary function of osteoclasts in the skeletal system?
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Which part of the bone is responsible for its growth and repair?
Which part of the bone is responsible for its growth and repair?
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What defines the axial skeleton in terms of its components?
What defines the axial skeleton in terms of its components?
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What type of cartilage is typically involved in osteogenesis during fetal development?
What type of cartilage is typically involved in osteogenesis during fetal development?
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Which of the following structures is NOT part of the typical long bone?
Which of the following structures is NOT part of the typical long bone?
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Which of these is a characteristic of compact bone compared to spongy bone?
Which of these is a characteristic of compact bone compared to spongy bone?
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Which muscle tissue type is characterized by a single nucleus per cell?
Which muscle tissue type is characterized by a single nucleus per cell?
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What role do chondrocytes play in cartilage?
What role do chondrocytes play in cartilage?
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What is the primary function of skeletal muscle that contributes to body temperature regulation?
What is the primary function of skeletal muscle that contributes to body temperature regulation?
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Which connective tissue layer surrounds individual muscle fibers within a fascicle?
Which connective tissue layer surrounds individual muscle fibers within a fascicle?
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How do the nuclei characteristics differ between skeletal and cardiac muscle?
How do the nuclei characteristics differ between skeletal and cardiac muscle?
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Which of the following muscle types is responsible for involuntary, rhythmic contractions?
Which of the following muscle types is responsible for involuntary, rhythmic contractions?
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What type of muscle fiber arrangement is characterized by branch-like structures?
What type of muscle fiber arrangement is characterized by branch-like structures?
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Which term refers to the fixed attachment point of a muscle?
Which term refers to the fixed attachment point of a muscle?
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What structure reduces friction between tendon and bone?
What structure reduces friction between tendon and bone?
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Which of the following is NOT a function of skeletal muscle?
Which of the following is NOT a function of skeletal muscle?
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What is the main distinction between smooth muscle and skeletal muscle?
What is the main distinction between smooth muscle and skeletal muscle?
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Study Notes
Muscle Tissue Types
- Three types of muscle tissue: skeletal, cardiac, and smooth.
- Skeletal muscle: Voluntary, striated, multinucleated, long cylindrical fibers.
- Cardiac muscle: Involuntary, striated, typically one or two nuclei, branched fibers; rhythmic contractions critical for heart function.
- Smooth muscle: Involuntary, non-striated, single nucleus per cell, spindle-shaped fibers for sustained contractions in organs and blood vessels.
Skeletal Muscle Gross Structure
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Membranes:
- Epimysium: Surrounds entire muscle, providing support and protection.
- Perimysium: Surrounds bundles of muscle fibers (fascicles), contains blood vessels and nerves.
- Endomysium: Surrounds individual muscle fibers, providing support.
- Fascicles: Bundles of muscle fibers within a muscle. Arrangement influences strength and range of motion (e.g., parallel, circular, pennate).
Muscle Terminology
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Origin & Insertion:
- Origin: Fixed attachment point (usually proximal).
- Insertion: Movable attachment point (usually distal).
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Tendon/Aponeurosis:
- Tendon: Fibrous connective tissue attaching muscle to bone.
- Aponeurosis: Broad, flat tendon attaching muscles.
- Bursa: Fluid-filled sac reducing friction between tissues.
- Synovial Membrane: Lines joint cavities, producing lubricating synovial fluid.
- Tendon Sheath: Protective covering around tendons, reducing friction.
Skeletal Muscle Functions
- Movement: Enables voluntary movement.
- Posture Maintenance: Supports body posture.
- Heat Production: Generates heat through contraction to regulate body temperature.
Muscle Contraction and Bone Movement
- Muscle contraction shortens and pulls on tendons attached to bones.
- This creates tension, causing bone movement at a joint.
- Coordinated muscle contraction allows for controlled movement.
Skeletal System Overview
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Primary Functions:
- Support: Provides body framework.
- Protection: Shields vital organs (brain, heart).
- Movement: Acts as levers for muscles.
- Storage: Stores minerals (calcium, phosphorus) & lipids.
- Hematopoiesis: Blood cell production in red bone marrow.
Sesamoid Bone
- Small, round bone embedded in a tendon (e.g., patella).
- Reduces friction and improves tendon leverage.
Typical Long Bone Structures
- Articular Cartilage: Covers joint surfaces, reducing friction.
- Diaphysis: The bone shaft, made of compact bone.
- Endosteum: Lining of medullary canal, vital for growth and repair.
- Epiphyseal Line/Plate: Indicates growth (plate active in youth).
- Epiphysis: Bone ends, mostly spongy bone.
- Foramen: Opening for nerves and blood vessels.
- Medullary Canal: Contains yellow bone marrow.
- Periosteum: Connective tissue covering bone, crucial for growth and repair.
- Red Bone Marrow: Produces blood cells.
- Yellow Bone Marrow: Stores fat.
Connective Tissues in the Skeletal System
- Bone Tissue: Dense, mineralized; provides support.
- Cartilage: Flexible tissue; cushions, supports, and allows growth in bones.
Compact vs. Spongy Bone
- Compact Bone: Dense, outer layer, strong.
- Spongy Bone: Lighter, porous, in bone ends, contains red marrow.
Microscopic Bone Structure
- Osteon: Functional unit of compact bone.
- Lamella: Layers of bone matrix.
- Central Canal: Contains blood vessels and nerves.
- Lacunae: Spaces housing osteocytes.
- Canaliculi: Channels for cell-cell communication.
- Osteocytes: Mature bone cells maintaining the matrix.
Cartilage
- Flexible connective tissue.
- Composed of chondrocytes within a matrix.
- Functions in cushioning, supporting, and growth of bones.
Bone Formation and Growth (Osteogenesis)
- Endochondral Ossification: Cartilage replaced by bone (fetal development).
- Osteoblasts: Bone-forming cells creating and secreting bone matrix; mature into osteocytes.
- Osteoclasts: Bone-resorbing cells breaking down bone, releasing minerals.
- Epiphyseal Plate: Growth plate; new bone forms here, increasing bone length during childhood/adolescence.
- Epiphyseal Line: Marks end of growth after plate closure.
Axial vs. Appendicular Skeleton
- Axial: 80 bones (skull, vertebral column, rib cage); supports & protects vital organs.
- Appendicular: 126 bones (limbs, shoulder & pelvic girdles); facilitates movement.
Number of Bones
- Mature human skeleton typically has 206 bones.
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Test your knowledge on the types of muscle tissue and their structures. This quiz covers skeletal, cardiac, and smooth muscle, as well as muscle terminology related to their organization and function. Perfect for anatomy students and enthusiasts alike!
