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Which skeletal muscle fiber type is characterized by a small diameter and high endurance capability?
What is the primary energy system utilized by Type IIx muscle fibers during a sprint lasting 0-10 seconds?
Which skeletal muscle fiber type has a high myoglobin content and oxidative enzymes?
Which muscle fiber type is primarily used for middle-distance activities (1-3 minutes)?
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Which muscle fiber type provides the least endurance and ATP yield?
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What is the speed of ATP production for Type IIa muscle fibers?
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During endurance activities greater than 3 minutes, which muscle fiber type predominantly contributes?
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Which of the following statements about Type IIa muscle fibers is incorrect?
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Which sequence correctly outlines the phases of an action potential in a skeletal muscle cell?
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What triggers the release of aldosterone during exercise?
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How many ATP molecules are produced from one molecule of FADH2 during electron transport?
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During heavy exercise, which hormone primarily helps to increase blood glucose levels?
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What structural change occurs in a muscle to create a larger amount of force?
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What primarily opens the aortic valve during the cardiac cycle?
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Which mechanism primarily facilitates passive inhalation?
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What is the primary effect of increased afterload on stroke volume?
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What is the primary product of glycolysis when breaking down glucose?
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What happens to pyruvate in the absence of oxygen?
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Which product is generated per cycle of the Krebs cycle for each Acetyl-CoA that enters?
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What is the main role of hexokinase in glycolysis?
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Why is glycogen considered a more efficient energy source than glucose?
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Which aspect differentiates the three types of skeletal muscle fibers?
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What is the primary role of Ca²⁺ in skeletal muscle contraction?
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In glycolysis, which product is formed from glucose that influences its fate?
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Which energy system primarily supports quick sprints?
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What quantifies the amount of blood ejected from the heart with each contraction?
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How does insulin facilitate glucose entry into cells?
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What does Boyle's Law explain about the relationship between pressure and volume?
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Which process occurs during active transport of substances across the cell membrane?
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What role does troponin play in muscle contraction?
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Which of the following correctly defines stroke volume (SV)?
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What is the function of titin in muscle fibers?
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Which factor is used to calculate cardiac output (CO)?
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What happens during concentric muscle contraction?
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How is the ejection fraction (EF) calculated?
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What is the primary function of nebulin in muscle fibers?
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Which measurement indicates the volume of air remaining in the lungs after maximal exhalation?
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Study Notes
Skeletal Muscle Fiber Types
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Type I (Slow-twitch)
- Small diameter, numerous mitochondria
- High myoglobin content, rich in oxidative enzymes
- Primarily used for endurance activities
- Energy sourced from oxidative system
- Slow ATP production, high endurance, high ATP yield
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Type IIa (Fast-twitch oxidative glycolytic)
- Intermediate diameter, many mitochondria
- Moderate myoglobin and oxidative/glycolytic enzymes
- Used for middle-distance and mixed activities
- Energy sourced from oxidative and glycolytic systems
- Moderate ATP production speed and yield
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Type IIx (Fast-twitch)
- Large diameter, fewer mitochondria
- Low myoglobin content, primarily glycolytic enzymes
- Used for short, explosive movements
- Energy sourced from glycolytic and ATP-PCr systems
- Fast ATP production, low endurance, low ATP yield
Major Steps of Energy Systems
- Type I Fibers: Glycolysis → Krebs Cycle → Electron Transport Chain (ETC)
- Type IIa Fibers: Glycolysis → Krebs Cycle → ETC
- Type IIx Fibers: Glycolysis → Lactate
Hormonal Responses During Exercise
- Hormones such as aldosterone and ADH maintain fluid and electrolyte balance.
- Hormone levels increase or decrease based on exercise intensity.
- Angiotensinogen activation influences various physiological processes.
Action Potentials
- Initiated when the brain sends signals down to the neuromuscular junction (NMJ).
- Calcium ions (Ca²⁺) bind to troponin, initiating muscle contraction.
- Myosin heads generate power strokes by hydrolyzing ATP.
- The process involves phases of depolarization and repolarization regulated by sodium (Na⁺) ions.
Oxidative System Details
- Glycolysis breaks down glucose into pyruvate.
- Pyruvate can convert to acetyl-CoA under aerobic conditions or lactate when oxygen is scarce.
- Krebs cycle occurs in the mitochondria, producing ATP, NADH, and FADH₂ while releasing CO₂.
- Enzymatic actions, such as those of hexokinase and phosphofructokinase, are crucial at various stages.
Muscle Contraction Mechanism
- Actin (thin filament) interacts with myosin (thick filament) during concentric contractions, pulling Z-lines closer.
- Troponin responds to calcium, moving tropomyosin to expose active sites on actin.
- The forces develop through eccentric contractions through resisted lengthening.
Heart Function and Measurements
- Key volumes include End-Diastolic Volume (EDV), End-Systolic Volume (ESV), and Stroke Volume (SV).
- Cardiac Output (CO) is the total volume of blood pumped per minute, calculated as CO = HR × SV.
- Important fractions include Ejection Fraction (EF) indicating efficiency of blood ejection.
Ventilation and Lung Capacities
- Tidal Volume (TV), Inspiratory Reserve Volume (IRV), and Expiratory Reserve Volume (ERV) form lung capacity metrics.
- Functional Residual Capacity (FRC) measures air remaining post-normal exhalation.
- Total Lung Capacity includes all volumes combined and demonstrates overall lung capacity.
Motor Unit Recruitment
- Motor units are recruited based on the size principle—smaller units activated first, followed by larger ones as needed for force generation.
- Facilitates varying force outputs in muscle contractions while minimizing fatigue during sustained exertion.
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Test your knowledge on the different types of skeletal muscle fibers and their energy systems. Explore the characteristics of Type I, Type IIa, and Type IIx fibers, including their structure and function. This quiz will help you understand how these fibers adapt to various physical demands.
