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Which of the following characteristics is NOT associated with skeletal muscle?
Which of the following characteristics is NOT associated with skeletal muscle?
Cardiac muscle is both involuntary and striated.
Cardiac muscle is both involuntary and striated.
True
What are the three types of muscle tissue?
What are the three types of muscle tissue?
Skeletal muscle, cardiac muscle, smooth muscle
The ______ is the fixed attachment point of a muscle.
The ______ is the fixed attachment point of a muscle.
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Match the muscle type with its primary characteristic:
Match the muscle type with its primary characteristic:
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Which connective tissue layer surrounds the entire skeletal muscle?
Which connective tissue layer surrounds the entire skeletal muscle?
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Smooth muscle fibers are striated.
Smooth muscle fibers are striated.
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List one example of where smooth muscle can be found in the body.
List one example of where smooth muscle can be found in the body.
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What is the primary function of the skeletal system related to blood cell production?
What is the primary function of the skeletal system related to blood cell production?
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Which of the following correctly describes the role of osteoblasts in bone formation?
Which of the following correctly describes the role of osteoblasts in bone formation?
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What type of bone primarily serves to reduce friction and improve leverage?
What type of bone primarily serves to reduce friction and improve leverage?
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Which structure of a typical long bone is primarily involved in growth and repair?
Which structure of a typical long bone is primarily involved in growth and repair?
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What is one key difference between compact bone and spongy bone?
What is one key difference between compact bone and spongy bone?
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What component of the axial skeleton is primarily involved in protecting the spinal cord?
What component of the axial skeleton is primarily involved in protecting the spinal cord?
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Which type of connective tissue in the skeletal system provides cushioning and support?
Which type of connective tissue in the skeletal system provides cushioning and support?
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What is the role of osteoclasts in the skeletal system?
What is the role of osteoclasts in the skeletal system?
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What is the primary function of the periosteum in long bones?
What is the primary function of the periosteum in long bones?
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What is a characteristic of compact bone as compared to spongy bone?
What is a characteristic of compact bone as compared to spongy bone?
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Which type of bone primarily facilitates movement by acting as levers for muscles?
Which type of bone primarily facilitates movement by acting as levers for muscles?
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During which process does hyaline cartilage get replaced by bone?
During which process does hyaline cartilage get replaced by bone?
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What is the role of osteoclasts in bone health?
What is the role of osteoclasts in bone health?
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Which structure allows communication between osteocytes within compact bone?
Which structure allows communication between osteocytes within compact bone?
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What is the function of red bone marrow?
What is the function of red bone marrow?
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What distinguishes the epiphyseal plate from the epiphyseal line?
What distinguishes the epiphyseal plate from the epiphyseal line?
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Study Notes
Muscle Tissue Types
- Three types of muscle tissue exist: skeletal, cardiac, and smooth.
- Skeletal muscle is voluntary, striated, and multinucleated.
- Cardiac muscle is involuntary, striated, typically with one or two nuclei per cell.
- Smooth muscle is involuntary, non-striated, and contains a single nucleus per cell.
Muscle Tissue Characteristics
Muscle Shape and Structure
- Skeletal muscle fibers are long and cylindrical.
- Cardiac muscle fibers are branched.
- Smooth muscle fibers are spindle-shaped.
- Skeletal and cardiac muscle are striated (striped); smooth muscle is not.
- Skeletal muscle is multinucleated; cardiac muscle usually has one or two nuclei per cell; smooth muscle has a single nucleus per cell.
- Skeletal muscle is voluntary; cardiac muscle contracts rhythmically involuntarily; smooth muscle contracts involuntarily and in a sustained manner.
Examples of Muscle Types
- Skeletal: Biceps brachii, quadriceps
- Cardiac: Heart muscle (myocardium)
- Smooth: Walls of blood vessels, intestines
Skeletal Muscle Gross Structure
- Epimysium: Dense connective tissue surrounding the entire muscle.
- Perimysium: Connective tissue surrounding bundles of muscle fibers (fascicles).
- Endomysium: Thin connective tissue surrounding each muscle fiber.
- Fascicles: Bundles of muscle fibers within the muscle. Fascicle arrangement influences strength and range of motion.
Muscle Attachment and Movement
- Origin: The fixed attachment point of a muscle (usually proximal).
- Insertion: The movable attachment point of a muscle (usually distal).
- Tendon: Fibrous connective tissue connecting muscle to bone.
- Aponeurosis: A broad, flat tendon connecting muscles to structures.
- Bursa: Fluid-filled sac reducing friction between tissues (e.g., tendon and bone).
- Synovial membrane: Lines joint cavities, producing synovial fluid for lubrication.
- Tendon sheath: Protective covering around a tendon, reducing friction.
Skeletal Muscle Functions
- Movement: Enables voluntary body movement.
- Posture Maintenance: Helps maintain body posture and stability.
- Heat Production: Generates heat during contraction, regulating body temperature.
Muscle Contraction and Bone Movement
- Muscle contraction shortens the muscle and pulls on its attached tendons.
- This tension causes bones to move at joints.
- Coordinated muscle contractions produce smooth, controlled movements.
- Movement depends on muscle origin and insertion points, along with the joint type.
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Test your knowledge on the three types of muscle tissue: skeletal, cardiac, and smooth. Explore their characteristics, shapes, and functions. Understand the differences in structure and control mechanisms for each type of muscle.
