Anatomy & Physiology Final Review Pt. 1

Front

What is the sliding filament theory?

Back

The sliding filament theory explains how muscle contractions occur through the sliding of actin and myosin filaments past each other, resulting in muscle shortening.

Front

What is the thoracic cavity?

Back

The thoracic cavity is the chamber of the body that houses the lungs and heart, protected by the rib cage.

Front

Which type of muscle cells are voluntary?

Back

Skeletal muscle cells are voluntary, meaning they can be consciously controlled.

Front

What is a joint?

Back

A joint is the connection between two or more bones in the skeleton, allowing for movement.

Front

What is the cranial cavity?

Back

The cranial cavity is the space within the skull that contains the brain.

Front

What are the three types of muscle tissue?

Back

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

Front

What is the function of skeletal muscles?

Back

Skeletal muscles are responsible for voluntary movements of the body and are attached to bones.

Front

What is the role of cardiac muscle?

Back

Cardiac muscle is responsible for the involuntary contractions of the heart.

Front

What is smooth muscle?

Back

Smooth muscle is involuntary muscle found in the walls of hollow organs, such as the intestines and blood vessels.

Front

What is the vertebral canal?

Back

The vertebral canal is the space within the vertebral column that houses the spinal cord.