M22 L3 Types of Muscle Tissue Flashcard Review

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What is skeletal muscle?

Back

Muscles that work with your bones to help you move.

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Where are smooth muscles found?

Back

Smooth muscles are found in your organs.

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What is necessary for the myosin to release the actin?

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ATP (Adenosine Triphosphate) is necessary for the myosin to release the actin.

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What is the functional unit of the muscle cell?

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The functional unit of the muscle cell is the sarcomere.

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Which muscle is known as the biceps?

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The biceps is a muscle located in the upper arm.

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What type of muscle is involuntary and found in the heart?

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Cardiac muscle is involuntary and found in the heart.

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What are the three types of muscle tissue?

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The three types of muscle tissue are skeletal, smooth, and cardiac.

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What is the primary function of skeletal muscle?

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The primary function of skeletal muscle is to facilitate movement by contracting and pulling on bones.

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What type of muscle tissue is responsible for peristalsis?

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Smooth muscle is responsible for peristalsis, which is the movement of food through the digestive tract.

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What is the role of calcium in muscle contraction?

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Calcium ions are essential for muscle contraction as they enable the interaction between actin and myosin.