Muscle Types

Fill in the blank: Smooth textured meats have tender, small fibers and less ________ tissue.

• connective

• adipose

• muscle

• epithelial

Suspension muscles are found along the animal's _______.

• back

• tail

• legs

• head

For red meat products, organic animals must have access to what?

• Pasture

• Indoor housing

• Grain feed

• Antibiotics

What must living conditions for organic animals consider?

• Animal welfare

• Cost efficiency

• Productivity

• Genetic modification

What is marbling in the context of steak quality?

• Inter-muscular fat

• Bone density

• Muscle fiber

• Skin thickness

The purpose of separating a primal cut from the carcass of an animal is to:

• increase the tenderness of the meat

• facilitate easier handling and processing

• improve the flavor of the meat

• reduce the fat content

What is the meat cut known for T-bone steak?

• Sirloin

• Short loin

• Plate

• Shank

Which meat cut contains tender steaks?

• Sirloin

• Round

• Chuck

• Brisket

What is the meat cut located at the animal's back leg?

• A) Shank

• B) Round

• C) Flank

• D) Plate

Which meat cut is located below the rib and used for ground beef?

• Plate

• Rib

• Sirloin

• Round