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What type of muscle fibres are characterized as fast twitch?
What type of muscle fibres are characterized as fast twitch?
Which layer of muscle tissue is the outermost covering?
Which layer of muscle tissue is the outermost covering?
What is the functional unit of the neuromuscular system?
What is the functional unit of the neuromuscular system?
Which component of muscle fibres is primarily responsible for contraction?
Which component of muscle fibres is primarily responsible for contraction?
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What type of muscle is described as striated and voluntary?
What type of muscle is described as striated and voluntary?
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What role do osteocytes play in bone tissue?
What role do osteocytes play in bone tissue?
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Which of the following statements about osteoblasts is correct?
Which of the following statements about osteoblasts is correct?
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Which function is NOT attributed to the skeletal system?
Which function is NOT attributed to the skeletal system?
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What is the primary function of osteoclasts in bone tissue?
What is the primary function of osteoclasts in bone tissue?
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Which of the following constituents is NOT typically found in bone tissue?
Which of the following constituents is NOT typically found in bone tissue?
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Which phase of bone remodelling involves the breakdown of existing bone?
Which phase of bone remodelling involves the breakdown of existing bone?
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What type of joint classification allows for slight movement?
What type of joint classification allows for slight movement?
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Which nonprotein constituent of muscle is formed from creatine?
Which nonprotein constituent of muscle is formed from creatine?
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Which component of a synovial joint serves to lubricate the joint surfaces?
Which component of a synovial joint serves to lubricate the joint surfaces?
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What is the final result of the bone repair process?
What is the final result of the bone repair process?
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What allows for the stabilization of cell membranes in muscle tissues?
What allows for the stabilization of cell membranes in muscle tissues?
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During strenuous activity, what critical substrate is required for ATP production?
During strenuous activity, what critical substrate is required for ATP production?
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In which type of joint are the bones connected by fibrous connective tissue?
In which type of joint are the bones connected by fibrous connective tissue?
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Which type of muscle fibers can resist fatigue longer?
Which type of muscle fibers can resist fatigue longer?
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Which structure acts as a barrier and surrounds the ends of bones in a synovial joint?
Which structure acts as a barrier and surrounds the ends of bones in a synovial joint?
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What is the primary role of articular cartilage in a joint?
What is the primary role of articular cartilage in a joint?
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What is the result when muscle units are stimulated again before they can relax?
What is the result when muscle units are stimulated again before they can relax?
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What type of contraction occurs when muscle length does not change?
What type of contraction occurs when muscle length does not change?
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What is the correct order of the stages in bone repair?
What is the correct order of the stages in bone repair?
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Which condition refers to the loss of muscle mass and strength associated with aging?
Which condition refers to the loss of muscle mass and strength associated with aging?
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Which glycoprotein is crucial for inhibiting the formation of osteoclasts?
Which glycoprotein is crucial for inhibiting the formation of osteoclasts?
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What happens to cartilage in joints with aging?
What happens to cartilage in joints with aging?
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What is the primary component that makes up the bulk of the bone matrix?
What is the primary component that makes up the bulk of the bone matrix?
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Which type of bone makes up 85% of the human skeleton?
Which type of bone makes up 85% of the human skeleton?
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What triggers the proliferation of osteoclast precursor cells?
What triggers the proliferation of osteoclast precursor cells?
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Which part of a long bone contains the marrow cavity?
Which part of a long bone contains the marrow cavity?
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What role do proteoglycans play in the bone matrix?
What role do proteoglycans play in the bone matrix?
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Which system within compact bone is responsible for its organized structure?
Which system within compact bone is responsible for its organized structure?
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Which bones are considered flat bones?
Which bones are considered flat bones?
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Study Notes
Musculoskeletal System
- The musculoskeletal system provides structure and function to the human body.
- It allows for movement, support, protection of organs, and blood cell formation.
Bones
- Bones provide form and support to the body.
- They support surrounding tissues, give points of attachment for muscles, permitting movement.
- Bones protect vital organs.
- They act as a site for blood cell formation.
- Bones play a role in mineral and hormone homeostasis.
Bone Tissue Elements
- Bone tissue is a rigid connective tissue.
- Its components include cells, fibers, ground substance, and crystallized minerals.
Bone Tissue Elements (Continued)
- Bone cells are crucial for bone growth, repair, shape modification, and the synthesis/resorption of old tissue.
- Bone matrix and calcification are essential parts of bone formation.
Bone Cells: Osteoblasts
- Osteoblasts are derived from mesenchymal stem cells.
- They are the primary bone-producing cells.
- They respond to parathyroid hormone and produce osteocalcin.
- Osteoblasts synthesize the osteoid (nonmineralized bone matrix).
- They express RANKL, a cytokine receptor activator required for osteoclast formation.
Bone Tissue: Osteocytes
- Osteocytes are formed from transformed osteoblasts embedded in hardened osteoid.
- They synthesize matrix molecules.
- Osteocytes are key regulators of both bone formation and resorption.
Bone Tissue: Osteoclasts
- Osteoclasts are large, multinucleated cells.
- They are the major reabsorptive cells of bone.
- Their function is to break down bone tissue.
OPG/RANKL/RANK System
- Osteoprotegerin (OPG) inhibits bone remodeling/resorption and osteoclast formation.
- It plays a crucial role in the interaction between osteoblasts and osteoclasts.
- RANKL is an essential cytokine for osteoclast formation and activation.
- RANKL, binding to its receptor RANK on osteoclast precursor cells, triggers proliferation and increases bone resorption.
Bone Matrix
- Collagen fibers make up the majority of the bone matrix.
- Proteoglycans strengthen bone and also contribute to calcium deposition/calcification.
- Glycoproteins control collagen interactions for fibril formation.
- Bone mineralisation occurs in two phases: initial mineral deposit formation and the proliferation/accretion of additional mineral crystals.
- Crucial minerals include calcium and phosphate.
Bone Tissue: Compact Bone
- Compact bone accounts for 85% of the skeleton.
- It's highly organized, solid, and extremely strong.
- The Haversian system, including Haversian canals, lamellae, lacunae, osteocytes, and canaliculi, are key features.
Bone Tissue: Spongy Bone
- This type of bone lacks Haversian systems.
- It's made up of trabeculae (interconnecting bony spicules) and the periosteum.
Characteristics of Bone
- The human skeleton comprises 206 bones.
- The axial skeleton (80 bones) includes the skull, vertebral column, and thorax.
- The appendicular skeleton (126 bones) comprises the upper and lower extremities, shoulder girdle, and pelvic girdle.
Bone Parts of a Long Bone
- Long bones have a diaphysis, metaphysis, and epiphysis.
- The epiphyseal plate is the growth plate, and the medullary cavity houses the marrow.
- The endosteum lines the medullary cavity.
Types of Bone
- Flat bones (e.g., ribs, scapulae)
- Short (cuboidal) bones (e.g., carpals, tarsals)
- Irregular bones (e.g., vertebrae)
- Facial bones (part of the skull)
Bone Maintenance
- Bone integrity is maintained through remodeling, a process of basic multicellular units that repair microscopic bone injuries by resorbing existing bone and laying down new bone.
- The remodeling cycle includes three phases: activation, resorption, and formation of new bone.
Bone Repair
- Bone repair involves stages of inflammation/hematoma formation, procallus formation, callus formation, callus replacement, and remodeling.
Joints
- Joints, also called articulations, are where two or more bones meet.
- They provide stability and mobility to the skeleton.
Joint Classifications (Based on Movement)
- Synarthrosis: Immovable
- Amphiarthrosis: Slightly movable
- Diarthrosis: Freely movable.
Joint Classifications (Based on Structure)
- Fibrous joints: Connect bones with fibrous tissue.
- Cartilaginous joints: Connect bones with cartilage.
- Synovial joints: Contain a synovial cavity, synovial fluid, and articular cartilage.
Joint Components (Synovial Joints)
- Synovial membrane: Thin cellular membrane lining the synovial joint capsule.
- Synovial fluid: Lubricates the joint surfaces, nourishes cartilage.
- Articular cartilage: Covers the bone ends; reduces friction.
Muscle Structure
- Skeletal muscles are composed of millions of individual muscle fibers.
- They are approximately 75% water, 20% protein, and 5% organic and inorganic compounds.
- Muscles are categorized as fusiform (strap-like) and pennate (broad, flat, fan-shaped).
- Muscles consist of epimysium, perimysium, and endomysium.
Skeletal Muscle Components
- Myofibrils: Functional units of muscle contraction.
- Sarcomeres: Repeating units within myofibrils.
- Myofilaments: Protein filaments within sarcomeres (actin and myosin).
Muscle Mechanics
- All-or-nothing response: A motor unit either fully contracts or does not contract.
- Repetitive discharge: The stimulation of a motor unit multiple times.
- Physiological tetanus: Sustained muscle contraction due to rapid, repetitive stimulation.
Muscle Contractions & Movement
- Muscle contraction types include isometric (same length) and dynamic (changing length) with concentric (shortening) and eccentric (lengthening) components.
- Agonist and antagonist muscles work in opposition to produce movement.
Tendons & Ligaments
- Tendons attach muscles to bones and transfer forces.
- Ligaments attach bones to bones and stabilize joints.
Aging and the Musculoskeletal System
- Bone loss, decreased density, increased brittleness, and prolonged remodeling times occur with aging.
- Cartilage stiffens, making joints less flexible.
- Muscles experience a loss of mass and strength (sarcopenia).
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Explore the key components and functions of the musculoskeletal system, including the role of bones in supporting the body and facilitating movement. Understand the significance of bone tissue and the processes of growth and repair mediated by bone cells such as osteoblasts.
