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What is the main function of the sarcoplasmic reticulum (SR) in a skeletal muscle fiber?
Which of the following is NOT a type of skeletal muscle contraction?
Which type of muscle fiber is most resistant to fatigue?
What is the main cause of muscle fatigue during strenuous exercise?
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How does the sliding filament model explain the shortening of a sarcomere during muscle contraction?
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What is the main role of the motor end plate in the neuromuscular junction?
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Which of the following is NOT a type of skeletal muscle fiber?
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What is the main function of the transverse (T) tubules in a skeletal muscle fiber?
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What is the main difference between slow-twitch and fast-twitch muscle fibers?
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What is the main cause of muscle cramps?
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Study Notes
Sarcoplasmic Reticulum
- Main function: Stores calcium ions vital for muscle contraction.
Types of Skeletal Muscle Contraction
- Not a type of contraction: Isokinetic.
- Other types include: Isotonic, Isometric, and Eccentric.
Muscle Fiber Fatigue Resistance
- Most fatigue-resistant fiber: Slow-twitch (Type I).
Cause of Muscle Fatigue
- Main causes during strenuous exercise:
- Decreased blood flow.
- Accumulation of lactic acid.
- Ion imbalances across the sarcolemma.
Sliding Filament Model
- Muscle contraction mechanism: Thick and thin filaments slide past each other, resulting in sarcomere shortening.
Motor End Plate
- Main role in neuromuscular junction: Binds acetylcholine, facilitating muscle activation.
Types of Skeletal Muscle Fiber
- Not a recognized fiber type: Slow-twitch glycolytic (Type IIc).
- Recognized fiber types: Slow-twitch (Type I), Fast-twitch fatigue-resistant (Type IIa), Fast-twitch glycolytic (Type IIb).
Transverse (T) Tubules
- Main function: Relay electrical impulses to facilitate muscle contraction.
Oxygen Debt After Exercise
- Purpose:
- Convert lactic acid to glucose.
- Restore muscle ATP and creatine phosphate levels.
Clinical Applications of the Muscular System
- Examples include: Myasthenia gravis, Muscular dystrophy, and Botulism.
Differences Between Muscle Fiber Types
- Slow-twitch vs. Fast-twitch: Differences in contraction speed and ATP production methods.
Oxidative Capacity of Muscle Fibers
- Highest oxidative capacity: Slow-twitch (Type I).
Connective Tissue in Skeletal Muscle
- Functions of epimysium, perimysium, and endomysium: Provide structural support and organization.
Cross-Bridge Cycling
- Purpose in muscle contraction: Shortens sarcomeres, contributing to force generation.
Acetylcholine in the Neuromuscular Junction
- Functions include: Binds to ACh receptors, triggers calcium release from the sarcoplasmic reticulum, and generates action potentials in muscle fibers.
Muscle Contraction against Resistance
- Type of contraction when force is less than resistance: Eccentric contraction.
Differences Between Cardiac and Skeletal Muscle
- Cardiac muscle characteristics: Involuntary control, striated, intercalated discs. Skeletal muscle is voluntary and lacks intercalated discs.
Causes of Muscle Cramps
- Primary causes:
- Decreased blood flow.
- Accumulation of lactic acid.
- Changes in electrolyte concentration.
- Muscle fatigue.
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Test your knowledge on skeletal muscle physiology with this quiz. Questions include the functions of the sarcoplasmic reticulum, types of muscle contractions, and muscle fiber characteristics. Perfect for students of anatomy and physiology.
