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What is the appearance of skeletal myocytes?
What is the appearance of skeletal myocytes?
What is the term for the visible banding in skeletal myocytes?
What is the term for the visible banding in skeletal myocytes?
What is the function of sarcomeres in skeletal myocytes?
What is the function of sarcomeres in skeletal myocytes?
What is the characteristic of skeletal myocytes that gives them a 'striped' appearance?
What is the characteristic of skeletal myocytes that gives them a 'striped' appearance?
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Why do skeletal myocytes have a fibre-like shape?
Why do skeletal myocytes have a fibre-like shape?
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What is the primary function of skeletal muscle?
What is the primary function of skeletal muscle?
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How do skeletal muscles typically attach to bones?
How do skeletal muscles typically attach to bones?
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What type of control do skeletal muscles operate under?
What type of control do skeletal muscles operate under?
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What is the typical structure of a skeletal muscle?
What is the typical structure of a skeletal muscle?
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What can be changed voluntarily about automatic functions like breathing and swallowing?
What can be changed voluntarily about automatic functions like breathing and swallowing?
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What is the main difference between the way we control voluntary and involuntary actions of skeletal muscles?
What is the main difference between the way we control voluntary and involuntary actions of skeletal muscles?
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What is the role of tendons in skeletal muscles?
What is the role of tendons in skeletal muscles?
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What is the shape of skeletal muscles that allows for efficient movement?
What is the shape of skeletal muscles that allows for efficient movement?
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What is the relationship between skeletal muscles and the conscious mind?
What is the relationship between skeletal muscles and the conscious mind?
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What is the exception to the typical structure of a skeletal muscle?
What is the exception to the typical structure of a skeletal muscle?
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What is the primary function of the point of origin of a skeletal muscle?
What is the primary function of the point of origin of a skeletal muscle?
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What happens when the gastrocnemius muscle contracts?
What happens when the gastrocnemius muscle contracts?
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What is the characteristic of skeletal muscles that allows for automatic functions like breathing and swallowing?
What is the characteristic of skeletal muscles that allows for automatic functions like breathing and swallowing?
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What is the role of the belly in a skeletal muscle?
What is the role of the belly in a skeletal muscle?
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What is the relationship between the point of insertion and the point of origin of a skeletal muscle?
What is the relationship between the point of insertion and the point of origin of a skeletal muscle?
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What is the result of the contraction of skeletal muscles?
What is the result of the contraction of skeletal muscles?
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What is the mechanism by which muscle fibres move past each other to result in contraction of the muscle?
What is the mechanism by which muscle fibres move past each other to result in contraction of the muscle?
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What is the analogy that helps to explain the sliding filament theory?
What is the analogy that helps to explain the sliding filament theory?
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What is the role of the little heads on the myosin filament?
What is the role of the little heads on the myosin filament?
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What is the result of the myosin heads binding to the adjacent filament and then moving?
What is the result of the myosin heads binding to the adjacent filament and then moving?
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What is the sliding filament theory trying to explain?
What is the sliding filament theory trying to explain?
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What is the outer covering of the entire muscle composed of?
What is the outer covering of the entire muscle composed of?
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What is the layer of connective tissue that surrounds bundles of muscle fibers called?
What is the layer of connective tissue that surrounds bundles of muscle fibers called?
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Which layer of connective tissue surrounds individual muscle fibers themselves?
Which layer of connective tissue surrounds individual muscle fibers themselves?
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What is the structure that connects muscle to bone or other muscles?
What is the structure that connects muscle to bone or other muscles?
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What is the relationship between the connective tissue layers and the tendons/aponeuroses?
What is the relationship between the connective tissue layers and the tendons/aponeuroses?
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There are __________ layers of dense connective tissue surrounding muscle tissue.
There are __________ layers of dense connective tissue surrounding muscle tissue.
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The __________ layer of connective tissue surrounds individual muscle fibers themselves.
The __________ layer of connective tissue surrounds individual muscle fibers themselves.
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The __________ layer surrounds multiple bundles of muscle fibers.
The __________ layer surrounds multiple bundles of muscle fibers.
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The connective tissue layers are continuous with the __________ or aponeuroses that connect muscle to bone or other muscles.
The connective tissue layers are continuous with the __________ or aponeuroses that connect muscle to bone or other muscles.
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The outer covering of the entire muscle is composed of __________ tissue.
The outer covering of the entire muscle is composed of __________ tissue.
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The endomysium layer surrounds multiple bundles of muscle fibers.
The endomysium layer surrounds multiple bundles of muscle fibers.
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The perimysium layer surrounds the entire muscle.
The perimysium layer surrounds the entire muscle.
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Dense connective tissue surrounds muscle tissue in multiple layers.
Dense connective tissue surrounds muscle tissue in multiple layers.
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The epimysium layer surrounds individual muscle fibers themselves.
The epimysium layer surrounds individual muscle fibers themselves.
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The connective tissue layers are separate from the tendons or aponeuroses that connect muscle to bone or other muscles.
The connective tissue layers are separate from the tendons or aponeuroses that connect muscle to bone or other muscles.
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Skeletal muscle fibers exert a small force when they contract.
Skeletal muscle fibers exert a small force when they contract.
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Connective tissue layers in skeletal muscles contain only blood vessels and nerve fibers.
Connective tissue layers in skeletal muscles contain only blood vessels and nerve fibers.
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Skeletal muscles can move freely without being attached to bones or other muscles.
Skeletal muscles can move freely without being attached to bones or other muscles.
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The connective tissue layers in skeletal muscles reduce friction caused by gravity.
The connective tissue layers in skeletal muscles reduce friction caused by gravity.
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The connective tissue layers in skeletal muscles hold the components of the muscle together and help to join the muscle firmly to its appropriate structures.
The connective tissue layers in skeletal muscles hold the components of the muscle together and help to join the muscle firmly to its appropriate structures.
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What is the primary function of the connective tissue layers in skeletal muscles?
What is the primary function of the connective tissue layers in skeletal muscles?
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What type of tissue is found in varying amounts in the connective tissue layers of skeletal muscles?
What type of tissue is found in varying amounts in the connective tissue layers of skeletal muscles?
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What is the significance of the connective tissue layers in skeletal muscles in relation to bones?
What is the significance of the connective tissue layers in skeletal muscles in relation to bones?
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What is contained in the connective tissue layers of skeletal muscles, in addition to adipose tissue?
What is contained in the connective tissue layers of skeletal muscles, in addition to adipose tissue?
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What is the role of the connective tissue layers in reducing friction in skeletal muscles?
What is the role of the connective tissue layers in reducing friction in skeletal muscles?
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What is the primary function of the connective tissue layers in skeletal muscles?
What is the primary function of the connective tissue layers in skeletal muscles?
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What is contained in the connective tissue layers of skeletal muscles, besides adipose tissue?
What is contained in the connective tissue layers of skeletal muscles, besides adipose tissue?
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Why do skeletal muscle fibers need to be firmly attached to bones and other structures?
Why do skeletal muscle fibers need to be firmly attached to bones and other structures?
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What is the purpose of the connective tissue layers in relation to the movement of skeletal muscles?
What is the purpose of the connective tissue layers in relation to the movement of skeletal muscles?
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What is the role of the connective tissue layers in reducing friction in skeletal muscles?
What is the role of the connective tissue layers in reducing friction in skeletal muscles?
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Skeletal muscle fibers exert a small force when they contract.
Skeletal muscle fibers exert a small force when they contract.
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Connective tissue layers in skeletal muscles contain only blood vessels and nerve fibers.
Connective tissue layers in skeletal muscles contain only blood vessels and nerve fibers.
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Skeletal muscles can move freely without being attached to bones or other muscles.
Skeletal muscles can move freely without being attached to bones or other muscles.
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The connective tissue layers in skeletal muscles reduce friction caused by gravity.
The connective tissue layers in skeletal muscles reduce friction caused by gravity.
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The connective tissue layers are separate from the tendons or aponeuroses that connect muscle to bone or other muscles.
The connective tissue layers are separate from the tendons or aponeuroses that connect muscle to bone or other muscles.
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What is the primary characteristic of dense connective tissue in terms of its elasticity?
What is the primary characteristic of dense connective tissue in terms of its elasticity?
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What is the color of dense connective tissue?
What is the color of dense connective tissue?
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What is the function of tendons in the body?
What is the function of tendons in the body?
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What is the characteristic of dense connective tissue in terms of its blood supply?
What is the characteristic of dense connective tissue in terms of its blood supply?
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What is the relationship between the epimysium and tendons?
What is the relationship between the epimysium and tendons?
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What is the primary function of ligaments in the skeletal system?
What is the primary function of ligaments in the skeletal system?
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What type of tissue do ligaments consist of?
What type of tissue do ligaments consist of?
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What is the main difference between tendons and ligaments?
What is the main difference between tendons and ligaments?
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What is the role of ligaments in joint movement?
What is the role of ligaments in joint movement?
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What is the relationship between ligaments and bones?
What is the relationship between ligaments and bones?
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What is the main function of ligaments in the skeletal system?
What is the main function of ligaments in the skeletal system?
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What is the structure of ligaments composed of?
What is the structure of ligaments composed of?
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Which ligament is commonly injured in both humans and dogs?
Which ligament is commonly injured in both humans and dogs?
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What is the primary difference between ligaments and tendons?
What is the primary difference between ligaments and tendons?
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What is the role of ligaments in facilitating joint movement?
What is the role of ligaments in facilitating joint movement?
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What is the main function of ligaments in the skeletal system?
What is the main function of ligaments in the skeletal system?
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Where are smooth muscles typically found in the body?
Where are smooth muscles typically found in the body?
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What is the main difference between tendons and ligaments?
What is the main difference between tendons and ligaments?
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What is the characteristic of smooth muscles that allows them to carry out unconscious, internal movements?
What is the characteristic of smooth muscles that allows them to carry out unconscious, internal movements?
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What is the structure of ligaments composed of?
What is the structure of ligaments composed of?
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Ligaments are similar in structure to muscles and connect bone to bone.
Ligaments are similar in structure to muscles and connect bone to bone.
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Smooth muscle is found in distinct structures like skeletal muscles and the heart.
Smooth muscle is found in distinct structures like skeletal muscles and the heart.
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The anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) is a type of smooth muscle.
The anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) is a type of smooth muscle.
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Ligaments allow for movement in all directions in a joint.
Ligaments allow for movement in all directions in a joint.
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Multi-unit smooth muscle is found in the walls of some hollow organs.
Multi-unit smooth muscle is found in the walls of some hollow organs.
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Study Notes
Skeletal Muscle Overview
- Skeletal myocytes (muscle cells) are long and narrow, resembling fibers, and are striated, displaying a striped appearance due to bands called sarcomeres.
- Skeletal muscles are generally attached to the skeleton through tendons, allowing for movement of bones.
- Most skeletal muscles attach to bones with tendons at both ends, featuring a central belly.
- Control of skeletal muscle is primarily voluntary, though some actions (like breathing and swallowing) occur subconsciously.
Skeletal Muscle Attachments
- Muscles have two key attachment points:
- Origin: The more stable, less mobile attachment point during contraction.
- Insertion: The more mobile attachment point that experiences significant movement.
- Example: The gastrocnemius muscle originates from the femur and inserts at the calcaneal tuberosity, allowing for knee flexion and tarsus extension.
Muscle Contraction Mechanism
- The Sliding Filament Theory describes muscle contraction via the movement of myosin heads binding to adjacent fibers, facilitating their sliding past one another.
- Dense connective tissue surrounds muscle fibers in three layers:
- Endomysium: Surrounds individual muscle fibers.
- Perimysium: Encases bundles of fibers (fascicles).
- Epimysium: Covers the entire muscle, connecting with tendons or aponeuroses.
Connective Tissue Functions
- The connective tissue layers stabilize muscle structure and reduce friction during contraction.
- These layers accommodate blood vessels and nerve fibers, supplying the muscle.
- Skeletal muscle fibers generate significant force upon contraction, requiring firm attachment to bones.
Properties of Dense Connective Tissue
- Inelastic and non-stretchable, with high tensile strength oriented in one direction.
- Exhibits a white/silvery appearance and possesses a poor blood supply.
Tendons and Ligaments
- Tendons: Tough connective tissues connecting muscles to bones, continuing from the epimysium, facilitating movement transfer from muscle to bone.
- Ligaments: Similar to tendons but connect bone to bone, providing joint stability and directional movement.
- Example: Anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) is a common injury site for both humans and dogs.
Smooth Muscle
- Smooth muscle is responsible for unconscious bodily functions and is found throughout the body rather than in distinct structures.
- Exists in two forms:
- Visceral Smooth Muscle: Large sheets in the walls of hollow organs.
- Multi-Unit Smooth Muscle: Small, discrete groups of cells.
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Test your knowledge of skeletal muscle cells, including their unique fibre-like shape, striated appearance, and the role of sarcomeres in muscle contraction. Learn about the characteristics of skeletal myocytes and how they function.