Muscle Types and Functions Quiz
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Muscle Types and Functions Quiz

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What effect does insulin have on the enzymes within adipocytes?

  • Insulin stimulates hormone-sensitive lipase activity.
  • Insulin increases the breakdown of triglycerides.
  • Insulin inhibits lipoprotein lipase activity and promotes fat storage. (correct)
  • Insulin activates enzymes that promote fat release into the bloodstream.

    • What regulates the size of fat globules in adipocytes during energy deficit?

  • Increased levels of lipoprotein lipase.
  • Enhanced activity of hormone-sensitive lipase. (correct)
  • Reduction in fatty acid uptake from blood.
  • Increase in triglyceride storage from dietary sources.

    • Which enzyme is primarily responsible for the uptake of fatty acids from the blood into adipocytes?

  • Acetyl-CoA carboxylase.
  • Hormone-sensitive lipase.
  • Carnitine acyltransferase.
  • Lipoprotein lipase. (correct)

    • What happens to fat globules when the body is in a state of energy excess?

    <p>They increase in size as triglycerides are stored.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which hormones promote the breakdown of stored fat in adipocytes?

    <p>Adrenaline and cortisol.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which muscle type is characterized by involuntary contraction and relaxation and is essential for maintaining circulation?

    <p>Cardiac muscle</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What feature distinguishes cardiac muscle cells from skeletal muscle cells?

    <p>They are interconnected by intercalated discs</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following statements about smooth muscle is true?

    <p>Smooth muscle can be influenced by hormones and local chemical signals</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of muscle is primarily responsible for breathing, despite being a skeletal muscle?

    <p>Diaphragm</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which muscle type can function under both voluntary and involuntary control?

    <p>Sphincter muscle</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary role of smooth muscle in the body?

    <p>Contraction of hollow organs</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does the control mechanism of cardiac muscle differ from skeletal muscle?

    <p>Cardiac muscle is controlled involuntarily by the autonomic nervous system</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What structure gives skeletal muscle its characteristic striated appearance?

    <p>Actin and myosin filaments</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which statement accurately describes a characteristic of neurons?

    <p>Neurons communicate through neurotransmitters released at synaptic terminals.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of glial cells in the nervous system?

    <p>Providing structural support and protection to neurons.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following types of neurons is responsible for controlling muscle movements?

    <p>Motor neurons</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which component of a neuron receives signals from other neurons?

    <p>Dendrites</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In which part of the nervous system does the myelin sheath play a significant role?

    <p>In both the central nervous system and peripheral nervous system, formed by respective glial cells.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of astrocytes in the nervous system?

    <p>They support neurons and maintain the blood-brain barrier.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which feature of nerve tissue allows for quick communication within the body?

    <p>The ability of neurons to transmit signals over long distances.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Microglia play a crucial role in which aspect of the central nervous system?

    <p>Acting as immune cells.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What fundamental property of neurons allows them to generate impulses in response to stimuli?

    <p>Their excitable nature.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What structure in a neuron primarily transmits electrical impulses away from the cell body?

    <p>Axon</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of dendrites in a neuron?

    <p>Receive signals from other neurons or sensory receptors</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of adipocytes in the body?

    <p>Storing fat as an energy reservoir</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which part of the neuron integrates incoming signals and generates action potentials?

    <p>Cell Body</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which layer of skin contains the nerve endings and blood vessels responsible for bleeding?

    <p>Dermis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the axon primarily do in a neuron?

    <p>Carries action potentials away from the cell body</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the unidirectional flow of information in neurons describe?

    <p>Information flows from dendrites to cell body then to axon terminals</p> Signup and view all the answers

    At what depth is a cut likely to reach the dermis, where bleeding starts to occur?

    <p>1 – 2 millimeters</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What happens when a cut penetrates deeper into the hypodermis?

    <p>It may cause significant bleeding due to larger blood vessels</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of neurotransmitters in synaptic transmission?

    <p>To facilitate communication between neurons at synapses</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the composition of the epidermis?

    <p>Dead skin cells and a protective barrier</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which statement is true about the action potential in neurons?

    <p>It occurs after sufficient integration of incoming signals</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How do glial cells contribute to the nervous system's function?

    <p>They support neuronal functions and maintain homeostasis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In cases of severe bleeding, which layer of tissue is primarily damaged?

    <p>Hypodermis and muscle</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which cellular structures primarily make up the volume of adipocytes?

    <p>Fat globules</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What best describes the role of the cell body in a neuron?

    <p>To integrate incoming signals and ensure neuronal health</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of tissue is primarily involved in maintaining the skin's structural integrity?

    <p>Connective tissue</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What occurs at the axon terminals of a neuron?

    <p>Neurotransmitters are released to communicate with other cells</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When assessing the severity of a cut, which layer directly correlates with the potential for infection?

    <p>Dermis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following correctly states the sequence of events in neural signaling?

    <p>Dendrites → Cell body → Axon → Axon terminals</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What role do triglycerides play in the function of adipocytes?

    <p>They are primary energy storage molecules</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Skeletal Muscle Exceptions

    • Diaphragm: A skeletal muscle that functions involuntarily in breathing.
    • Muscles of the middle ear: These skeletal muscles have a reflexive, involuntary function related to hearing.
    • Sphincter muscles: Can be skeletal and control the opening and closing of body openings. They can function voluntarily or involuntarily.

    Cardiac Muscle

    • Function: Responsible for heart contraction, pumping blood throughout the body.
    • Structure: Striated like skeletal muscle, but cells are short, branched, and interconnected, allowing for coordinated contraction.
    • Cell Connection: Cells are connected by intercalated discs, which enable rapid transmission of electrical impulses for synchronized contractions.
    • Control: Involuntarily controlled by the autonomic nervous system, influenced by electrical impulses from the sinoatrial (SA) node, the heart's natural pacemaker.

    Smooth Muscle

    • Function: Allows for contraction and relaxation of hollow organs and structures, including blood vessels, digestive system, bladder, and reproductive organs.
    • Structure: Non-striated, spindle-shaped cells with a single central nucleus. Lacks striations due to a more irregular arrangement of actin and myosin filaments.
    • Control: Involuntarily controlled by the autonomic nervous system and can be regulated by hormones and local chemical signals. Smooth muscle contractions are slower and more sustained than skeletal muscle contractions.

    Nerve Tissue

    • Location: Brain, spinal cord, nerves branching out from the spinal cord.
    • Distinguishing Characteristics: Nerve cells (neurons) communicate via electrical impulses and synapses, enabling information transmission throughout the nervous system. They extend to other tissues, muscles, and organs, facilitating communication between the brain and body.

    Nerve Tissue Cell Types

    • Neurons: The functional cells of the nervous system that transmit electrical impulses. They can be sensory, motor, or interneurons.
      • Cell Body: Contains the nucleus and organelles.
      • Dendrites: Receive signals from other neurons or sensory cells.
      • Axon: Transmits electrical impulses away from the cell body.
      • Synaptic Terminals: Release neurotransmitters to communicate with other neurons or target cells.
    • Glial Cells: Provide support, nutrition, and protection to neurons.
      • Astrocytes: Provide support and maintain the blood-brain barrier.
      • Oligodendrocytes (CNS) / Schwann Cells (PNS): Form the myelin sheath that insulates axons.
      • Microglia: Act as immune cells in the central nervous system.
      • Ependymal Cells: Line the ventricles of the brain and spinal cord.

    Key Features Of Nerve Tissue

    • Excitability: Neurons can generate electrical impulses in response to stimuli.
    • Communication: Allows for quick and efficient communication within the body.
    • Synaptic Transmission: Neurons communicate at synapses, where electrical impulses convert into chemical signals via neurotransmitter release.

    Neuron Structure and Function

       - **Neurons:** Generate and conduct electrical impulses (action potentials) that carry information throughout the body.
   - **Dendrites:** Receive signals from other neurons or sensory receptors.
   - **Cell Body:** Contains the nucleus and organelles, integrates incoming signals, and generates action potentials if the signal is strong enough.
   - **Axon:** Conducts electrical impulses away from the cell body towards the terminals.
   - **Unidirectional Flow of Information:** Signals are received by dendrites, processed in the cell body, and transmitted along the axon to the terminals.

    Cut Depth and Bleeding

    • Epidermis: The outermost layer of the skin, composed of dead skin cells. Cuts in this layer do not cause bleeding.
    • Dermis: Contains blood vessels, nerve endings, hair follicles, and connective tissue. Cuts that reach the dermis will likely cause bleeding.
    • Hypodermis: Contains larger blood vessels and fatty tissue. Cuts reaching this layer may cause more significant bleeding due to damage to larger blood vessels.
    • Muscle or bone: Cuts reaching muscle or bone will result in severe bleeding.

    Adipose Tissue

    • Adipocytes: Specialized cells that store fat in the body, playing roles in energy storage, insulation, and cushioning organs.
      • Fat Globules: Store lipids (mainly triglycerides) within large fat globules, occupying most of the cell's volume.
      • Cytoplasm: Contains enzymes regulating the size of fat globules by storing and breaking down lipids.
      • Nucleus: Pushed to the periphery due to the size of the fat globule.
    • Size of Fat Globules: Varies according to the body’s energy needs, increasing in size with excess calories and shrinking during energy deficits.
    • Regulation: The enzymes in adipocyte cytoplasm are influenced by hormonal signals.
      • Lipoprotein lipase (LPL): Promotes uptake of fatty acids into the adipocyte from the bloodstream.
      • Hormone-sensitive lipase (HSL): Breaks down triglycerides within adipocytes.
    • Functions of Adipocytes:
      • Energy Storage: Store excess calories in the form of fat.
      • Insulation: Provides insulation to conserve body heat.
      • Cushioning Organs: Protects and cushions organs.

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