
SFS Characteristics of Muscle Tissue
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Biology
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11th Grade
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Hard
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1.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is Extensibility in muscle tissue?
Back
Extensibility is the ability of muscle tissue to be stretched without being damaged. It allows muscles to lengthen when force is applied.
2.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is Elasticity in muscle tissue?
Back
Elasticity is the ability of muscle tissue to return to its original shape after being stretched or contracted.
3.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is Contractility in muscle tissue?
Back
Contractility is the ability of muscle tissue to shorten and generate force when stimulated.
4.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is Excitability in muscle tissue?
Back
Excitability is the ability of muscle tissue to respond to stimuli, such as nerve impulses, and generate an action potential.
5.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
Example of Extensibility: A dancer does a full leg extension without tearing her muscles. What characteristic does this demonstrate?
Back
This demonstrates the characteristic of Extensibility.
6.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
Example of Elasticity: After doing a leg extension, the gymnast’s muscles return to their original size. What characteristic does this demonstrate?
Back
This demonstrates the characteristic of Elasticity.
7.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
Example of Contractility: Your brain sends a message to your hamstrings to contract. What characteristic does this demonstrate?
Back
This demonstrates the characteristic of Contractility.
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