Smooth Muscle Structure & Attachment Quiz
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Which type of filaments are found in smooth muscle?

  • Thick filaments
  • Thin filaments
  • Intermediate filaments (correct)
  • All of the above
  • How are smooth muscle cells attached to each other?

  • Through intermediate filaments
  • Through desmosomes linked to cadherins (correct)
  • Through thick filaments
  • Through gap junctions
  • What is the shape of smooth muscle cells?

  • Spindle-shaped (correct)
  • Irregular
  • Square
  • Round
  • Study Notes

    Characteristics of Smooth Muscle Cells

    • Non-striated actin filaments are found in smooth muscle cells.
    • Smooth muscle cells are attached to each other through dense bodies and adherens junctions.
    • Smooth muscle cells are spindle-shaped, with a central nucleus and tapered ends.

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    Test your knowledge on smooth muscle structure and attachment! This quiz will assess your understanding of the various components of smooth muscle cells, including their spindle-shaped structure, attachment via desmosomes and gap junctions, and the role of thick, thin, and intermediate filaments.

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