Flashcard on Muscle and Nervous Systems

Front

What are the three types of muscle fibers?

Back

Slow twitch, fast oxidative glycolytic, fast glycolytic

Front

What is the relationship between the nervous and muscular systems?

Back

They work together to allow movement

Front

Which type of muscle fiber is also known as slow twitch? Options: Fast oxidative glycolytic, Slow oxidative, Fast glycolytic, Slow glycolytic

Back

Slow oxidative

Front

What is the primary energy source for slow twitch fibers?

Back

Aerobic

Front

Which type of muscle fiber is used for long-distance running?

Back

Slow oxidative

Front

Which type of fast twitch fiber is more resistant to fatigue?

Back

Type IIa

Front

Which type of muscle fiber is used for short, intense bursts of effort?

Back

Fast glycolytic

Front

What is the main factor affecting muscle fiber composition?

Back

Genetics

Front

Which type of muscle fiber is used for highly explosive events like the 100m sprint?

Back

Fast glycolytic

Front

Which system is associated with the 'fight or flight' response?

Back

Sympathetic system