10 Questions
What process involves the rapid and random contraction of muscles to generate heat in response to cold exposure?
Shivering thermogenesis
Which type of muscle is the only type that moves voluntarily?
Skeletal muscle
What characteristic distinguishes skeletal muscle cells from cardiac muscle cells?
Multi-nucleated cells
What is the primary function of the large quantities of heat generated by muscle contraction?
Maintaining body temperature
Which condition is characterized by numbness, pain, or weakness in the muscles of the arm and wrist?
Carpal tunnel syndrome
What medical condition involves an autoimmune response that destroys acetylcholine receptors on muscles?
Myasthenia gravis
Which type of muscle is rich in proteins such as actin and myosin?
Skeletal muscle
What medical condition involves an involuntary and sustained contraction of a muscle?
Muscle cramping
What role do mitochondria play in skeletal muscles?
Supplying energy requirements
Which process converts some amino acids into glucose in order to maintain a stable blood glucose level?
Gluconeogenesis
Learn about skeletal muscle, one of the three types of muscles in the human body, attached to bones. Explore the differences between voluntary and involuntary muscles.
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