Muscle Tissue Flashcard

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What is muscle extensibility?

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The ability of muscle tissue to be stretched without damage.

Front

Which term is NOT related to muscle extensibility?

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Rigidity

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Why is elasticity important for muscle function?

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It allows muscles to return to their original shape after being stretched.

Front

What is muscle elasticity?

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The ability of muscle tissue to return to its original shape after being stretched.

Front

What is excitability in muscles?

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The ability of muscle tissue to respond to stimuli.

Front

Which type of muscle tissue is responsible for voluntary movements?

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Skeletal muscle.

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What happens to a muscle when it loses its elasticity?

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It cannot return to its original shape.

Front

What is the primary function of skeletal muscle?

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To facilitate voluntary movements of the body.

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What type of muscle tissue is involuntary and found in the walls of organs?

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Smooth muscle.

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What is the role of cardiac muscle?

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To pump blood throughout the body.