Muscular System Flashcard

Front

Which type of muscle tissue is found in the intestines and blood vessels?

Back

Smooth muscle

Front

Which type of muscle tissue causes movements such as walking, jumping, or swimming?

Back

Skeletal muscle

Front

Which characteristic of muscle tissue allows it to return to its original shape after being stretched or contracted?

Back

Elasticity

Front

Which characteristic of muscle tissue enables it to receive and respond to stimulation from nerves?

Back

Excitability

Front

Which characteristic of muscle tissue is demonstrated when a cross-country runner stretches their muscles without damaging them before running their race?

Back

Extensibility

Front

Which characteristic of muscle tissue is demonstrated when your biceps brachii muscle shortens as you lift weights?

Back

Contractility

Front

Which of the following is the largest structure? Muscle fiber, Myofibril, Fascicle, Sarcomere

Back

Muscle fiber

Front

Which of the following is the smallest structure? Fascicle, Muscle fiber, Myofibril, Sarcomere

Back

Myofibril

Front

Which of the following contains all the others? Sarcomere, Myofilament, Myofibril, Muscle fiber

Back

Myofibril

Front

Which connective tissue sheath wraps around a fascicle?

Back

Perimysium