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WorksheetsMuscular System Test Review
Total questions: 118
Worksheet time: 59mins
Which of the following is not a function of the muscular system?
Movement
leverage
Maintain Posture & Body Position
Maintain Body Temperature
Guard Entrances & Exits
Which of the following is not a function of the muscular system?
Movement
Support Soft Tissues
Maintain Posture & Body Position
protection
Guard Entrances & Exits
Interactions between actin and myosin filaments of the sarcomere are responsible for ________ _______.
action potentials
muscle contraction
cellular respiration
anaerobic respiration
The bundle of collagen fibers at the end of a skeletal muscle that attaches the muscle to bone is called a(n) ______________.
tendon
ligament
myofibril
sarcomere
Heat energy produced from muscle contraction is released through the ________ system.
muscular
Integument
Skeletal
Circulatory (cardiovascular)
Respiratory
The cell membrane of skeletal muscle is called the ___________.
sarcolemma
sarcoplasm
sarcomere
sarcoplasmic reticulum
What are the four characteristics of muscle? (pick 4 answers)
excitability
contractility
extensibility
elasticity
flexibility
What are the three layers of connective tissue associated with muscle tissue? (pick 3 answers)
epimysium
perimysium
endomysium
sarcolemma
myofibril
A band or sheet of connective tissue, primarily collagen, beneath the skin that attaches, stabilizes, encloses, and separates muscles and other internal organs is called ________.
fascia
fascicles
epimysium
perimysium
endomysium
_______________ are bundles of muscle fibers surrounded by perimysium.
fascia
fascicles
epimysium
perimysium
endomysium
Muscles have 3 layers of connective tissues, which layer is described below?
Exterior collagen layer
Connected to deep fascia
Separates muscle from surrounding tissues
fascia
fascicles
epimysium
perimysium
endomysium
Muscles have 3 layers of connective tissues, which layer is described below?
Surrounds muscle fiber bundles (fascicles)
Contains blood vessel and nerve supply to fascicles
fascia
fascicles
epimysium
perimysium
endomysium
Muscles have 3 layers of connective tissues, which layer is described below?
Surrounds individual muscle cells (muscle fibers)
Contains capillaries and nerve fibers
Contains satellite cells (stem cells) that repair damage
fascia
fascicles
epimysium
perimysium
endomysium
Endomysium, perimysium, and epimysium come together at the ends of muscles to form connective tissue attachment to bone matrix. If they come together in a bundle that connects muscle to bone it is called a __________.
fascia
fascicles
tendon
aponeurosis
nerves
Endomysium, perimysium, and epimysium come together at the ends of muscles to form connective tissue attachment to bone matrix. If they come together in a flat sheet that covers and forms the terminations and attachments of various muscles it is called an ______________.
fascia
fascicles
tendon
aponeurosis
nerves
Skeletal muscles are voluntary muscles, controlled by ________________ of the central nervous system
fascia
fascicles
tendon
aponeurosis
nerves
Muscles have extensive vascular systems that supply large amounts of ____________, supply nutrients, and carry away wastes.
carbon dioxide
oxygen
tendons
aponeurosis
nerves
What is the structure labeled #1 in the diagram below of muscle tissue?
epimysium
fascicle
perimysium
sarcolemma
muscle cell
What is the structure labeled #2 in the diagram below of muscle tissue?
epimysium
fascicle
perimysium
sarcolemma
muscle cell
What is the structure labeled #3 in the diagram below of muscle tissue?
epimysium
fascicle
perimysium
sarcolemma
muscle cell
What is the structure labeled #4 in the diagram below of muscle tissue?
epimysium
fascicle
perimysium
sarcolemma
muscle cell
What is the structure labeled #5 in the diagram below of muscle tissue?
epimysium
fascicle
perimysium
sarcolemma
muscle cell
What is the structure labeled #6 in the diagram below of muscle tissue?
epimysium
tendon
perimysium
fascia
endomysium
What is the structure labeled #7 in the diagram below of muscle tissue?
epimysium
tendon
perimysium
fascia
endomysium
What is the structure labeled #8 in the diagram below of muscle tissue?
epimysium
tendon
perimysium
fascia
endomysium
What is the structure labeled #9 in the diagram below of muscle tissue?
muscle cell
tendon
fascicle
fascia
myofibril
Skeletal muscle cells are called _______
fibers
atoms
strands
tubes
bands
In the diagram of skeletal muscle below what does #1 represent?
the sarcomere
the H zone
the z line
the A band
the I band
In the diagram of skeletal muscle below what does #2 represent?
the sarcomere
the H zone
the z line
the A band
the I band
In the diagram of skeletal muscle below what does #5 represent?
the sarcomere
the H zone
the z line
the A band
the I band
In the diagram of skeletal muscle below what does #6 represent?
the sarcomere
the H zone
the z line
the A band
the I band
In the diagram of skeletal muscle below what does #7 represent?
the sarcomere
the H zone
the z line
the A band
the I band
In the diagram of skeletal muscle below what does #8 represent?
the sarcomere
the H zone
the z line
M line
Myosin
In the diagram of skeletal muscle below what proteins would be found at the structure labeled #3?
actin, tropomyosin, and troponin
actin, myosin, and troponin
sarcolemma, sarcoplasm, sarcomere
actin
Myosin
In the diagram of skeletal muscle below what protein would be found at the structure labeled #4?
actin, tropomyosin, and troponin
actin, myosin, and troponin
sarcolemma, sarcoplasm, sarcomere
actin
Myosin
What proteins make up structure #1?
actin, troponin, and tropomyosin
actin, troponin, and myosin
actin and myosin
actin and troponin
actin, sarcolemma, myofibril
What proteins make up structure #2?
actin
myosin
tropomyosin
troponin
myofibril
In the diagram below what does #1 represent?
thin filament
thick filament
normal filament
myofibril
sarcomere
In the diagram below what does #2 represent?
thin filament
thick filament
normal filament
myofibril
sarcomere
_________________ are made of the protein actin and the accessory proteins troponin and tropomyosin.
thin filament
thick filament
normal filament
myofibril
sarcomere
_________________ are made of the protein myosin
thin filament
thick filament
normal filament
myofibril
sarcomere
What are the lengthwise subdivisions within muscle fibers that are made up of bundles of myofilaments that are responsible for muscle contraction?
myofibrils
transverse tubules (t-tubules)
sarcoplasm
sarcolemma
sarcomere
These structures transmit the action potential (nerve impulse) through the muscle cell and allow entire muscle fiber to contract simultaneously.
myofibrils
transverse tubules (t-tubules)
sarcoplasm
sarcolemma
sarcomere
What is the cell membrane of a muscle fiber?
myofibrils
transverse tubules (t-tubules)
sarcoplasm
sarcolemma
sarcomere
This is like the cytoplasm of a muscle fiber (cell)
myofibrils
transverse tubules (t-tubules)
sarcoplasm
sarcolemma
sarcomere
Identify the structure labeled #1 in the diagram of muscle tissue.
mitochondria
sarcolemma
myofibril
thin filament
thick filament
Identify the structure labeled #2 in the diagram of muscle tissue.
mitochondria
sarcolemma
myofibril
thin filament
thick filament
Identify the structure labeled #3 in the diagram of muscle tissue.
mitochondria
sarcolemma
myofibril
thin filament
thick filament
Identify the structure labeled #4 in the diagram of muscle tissue.
mitochondria
sarcolemma
myofibril
thin filament
thick filament
Identify the structure labeled #5 in the diagram of muscle tissue.
mitochondria
sarcolemma
myofibril
thin filament
thick filament
Identify the structure labeled #6 in the diagram of muscle tissue.
mitochondria
sarcolemma
myofibril
thin filament
thick filament
Identify the structure labeled #7 in the diagram of muscle tissue.
sarcoplasmic reticulum
sarcolemma
myofibril
transverse tubules (t-tubules)
mitochondria
What does the structure labeled #7 store that will help in muscle contraction?
calcium ions
sodium ions
water
carbon dioxide
glucose
Identify the structure labeled #8 in the diagram of muscle tissue.
sarcoplasmic reticulum
sarcolemma
myofibril
transverse tubules (t-tubules)
mitochondria
Identify the structure labeled #9 in the diagram of muscle tissue.
sarcoplasmic reticulum
sarcolemma
myofibril
transverse tubules (t-tubules)
mitochondria
Identify the structure labeled #10 in the diagram of muscle tissue.
sarcoplasmic reticulum
sarcolemma
myofibril
transverse tubules (t-tubules)
sarcoplasm
Identify the structure labeled #11 in the diagram of muscle tissue.
sarcoplasmic reticulum
sarcolemma
myofibril
transverse tubules (t-tubules)
sarcoplasm
Interactions between actin and myosin filaments of the sarcomere are responsible for ______________.
Muscle contraction
Aerobic Respiration
Dehydration Synthesis
Anaerobic Respiration
In response to action potentials arriving from the transverse tubules, the sarcoplasmic reticulum releases ____________.
calcium ions
sodium ions
water molecules
oxygen molecules
glucose molecules
Active sites on the actin become available for binding when calcium binds to _________.
actin
troponin
myosin
tropomyosin
The functional unit of a skeletal muscle fiber is the ___________.
sarcomere
myofibril
sarcolemma
A band
I band
After death, muscle fibers run out of ATP and calcium begins to leak from the sarcoplasmic reticulum into the sarcoplasm. This results in a condition known as __________________.
rigor mortis
cell death
stiff muscles
muscle flexibility
The area of the sarcomere containing the thick filaments and that stay the same length during muscle contraction are the _____ ________.
A bands
M line
Z line
H zone
I bands
What is the midpoint or midline of a sarcomere?
A bands
M line
Z line
H zone
I bands
What is the ends of a sarcomere and also the midpoint of the I band?
A bands
M line
Z line
H zone
I bands
What is the area around the M line that has thick filaments but no thin filaments?
A bands
M line
Z line
H zone
I bands
What part of the sarcomere is described below?
The area of the sarcomere that contain thin filaments and no thick filaments. This part of the sarcomere also shrinks or gets smaller during muscle contraction.
A bands
M line
Z line
H zone
I bands
During step 1 of muscle contraction An action potential (nerve impulse) arrives at the Neuromuscular junction (synapse). ________________ are released and bind to sarcolemma.
Neurotransmitters
Calcium ions
Water molecules
Glucose molecules
During step 2 of muscle contraction An action potential (nerve impulse) is generated and travels down the _______________.
t-tubules
sarcoplasmic reticulum
sarcolemma
thick filament
During step 3 of muscle contraction when the action potential reaches the sarcoplasmic reticulum __________ are released from the SR.
calcium ions
Neurotransmitters
water molecules
carbon dioxide molecules
Glucose molecules
During step 4 of muscle contraction the calcium ions bind to the ________, troponin changes shape (removing the shield of tropomyosin), and the actin active sites are exposed.
troponin
myosin
actin
sarcolemma
sarcoplasmic reticulum
During step 5 of muscle contraction contraction occurs. Myosin cross bridges (myosin heads) attach and detach from actin pulling the actin filaments toward the center of the sarcomere. The release of energy from __________ powers this contraction process.
troponin
myosin
ATP
ADP
Oxygen
During step 6 of muscle contraction The muscle is contracted and shortens. The sarcomeres within the muscle cell have all contracted with the __________ disappearing and the I bands getting smaller
H zone
M line
Z line
Sarcomere
A bands
During step 7 of muscle contraction once the action potential ends calcium ions are transported back into the _________________.
sarcoplasmic reticulum
sarcolemma
sarcoplasm
Sarcomere
t-tubules
During step 8 of muscle contraction the removal of calcium ions causes ________________ to re-shield the binding sites on the actin strands, which blocks the active sites on actin
tropomyosin
troponin
myosin
Sarcomere
t-tubules
During step 9 of muscle contraction muscle contraction ends. The muscle lengthens and relaxes. The sarcomeres within the sarcomere are back to normal and the H zone reappears and I bands have gotten _________.
smaller
larger
The type of muscle fiber that is most resistant to fatigue is the ________ fiber.
Slow
Fast
Intermediate
Creatine phosphate (CP)
ATP
The type of muscle fiber that is the quickest to fatigue is the ________ fiber.
Slow
Fast
Intermediate
Creatine phosphate (CP)
ATP
________ muscle is mostly made of fast fibers.
White
Red
Blue
Green
Orange
________ muscle is mostly made of slow fibers.
White
Red
Blue
Green
Orange
Sustained muscle contraction uses a lot of _______energy
ATP
CO2
ADP
salt
What is the active energy molecule in muscle contraction?
Adenosine triphosphate (ATP)
ADP
oxygen
carbon dioxide
water
What is the storage molecule for
excess ATP energy in resting
muscle?
Creatine phosphate (CP)
ATP
oxygen
carbon dioxide
water
What are the three ways muscle Cells produce ATP? ( pick 3 answers)
Phosphorylation of Creatine Phosphate
anaerobic respiration
aerobic respiration
Dehydration Synthesis
Photosynthesis
CP ( creatine phosphate) transfers energy to _______, to regenerate ATP
ATP
ADP
oxygen
glucose
carbon dioxide
Direct _________________________ is:
Used for activities that require brief yet massive power surges
Weightlifting, sprinting, diving, etc.
VERY fast since CP is already in the muscle
Very reversible SO is easily & quickly replenished when muscles are inactive
Phosphorylation of CP
muscular contraction
aerobic respiration
anaerobic respiration
_____________ is a reaction that breaks down glucose without oxygen through Glycolysis with lactic acid fermentation
Phosphorylation of CP
muscular contraction
aerobic respiration
anaerobic respiration
What is the series of metabolic pathways that occur in the mitochondria when resting/slowly contracting muscles use glucose or fatty acids and oxygen to break it down to carbon dioxide and water which releases energy that can be captured in the form of ATP?
Phosphorylation of CP
muscular contraction
aerobic respiration
anaerobic respiration
During Aerobic Respiration Glucose and oxygen are required to produce 36-38 ATP, ________, and ______. The duration of energy produced can be hours. This type of energy production is used for activities that require endurance rather than power like Jogging, marathon running, walking, etc.
carbon dioxide and water
carbon dioxide and oxygen
Glucose and water
amino acids and water
Anaerobic respiration is 2 ½ times faster than aerobic respiration so it can be utilized quickly by the muscle. BUT, it is very ___________ - Huge amounts of glucose are needed to produce small amounts of ATP
inefficient
efficient
During anaerobic respiration ___________ produces muscle fatigue
lactic acid
oxygen
carbon dioxide
glucose
What is this diagram showing?
Anaerobic Respiration
Direct Phosphorylation of CP
Aerobic Respiration
What is this diagram showing?
Anaerobic Respiration
Direct Phosphorylation of CP
Aerobic Respiration
What is this diagram showing?
Anaerobic Respiration
Direct Phosphorylation of CP
Aerobic Respiration
Active muscles produce heat. Up to ___% of muscle energy can be lost as heat, raising body temperature.
25%
50%
70%
100%
___________ is the normal tension and firmness of a muscle at rest.
Muscle Tone
Muscle Fatigue
Recovery Period
Cori Cycle
Oxygen Debt
___________ is occurs when muscles can no longer perform a required activity.
Muscle Tone
Muscle Fatigue
Recovery Period
Cori Cycle
Oxygen Debt
The ________________ is the time required after exertion for muscles to return to normal, oxygen becomes available, and mitochondrial activity resumes.
Muscle Tone
Muscle Fatigue
Recovery Period
Cori Cycle
Oxygen Debt
The ________________ involves the removal and recycling of lactic acid by the liver. Liver converts lactic acid to pyruvic acid. Glucose is released to recharge muscle glycogen reserves.
Muscle Tone
Muscle Fatigue
Recovery Period
Cori Cycle
Oxygen Debt
____________ occurs after exercise when the body needs more oxygen than usual to normalize metabolic activities which results in heavy breathing.
Muscle Tone
Muscle Fatigue
Recovery Period
Cori Cycle
Oxygen Debt
What are the three types of skeletal muscle fibers? (pick 3 answers)
Intermediate fibers
Slow fibers
Fast Fibers
Myofibril fibers
Sarcomere fibers
What type of skeletal muscle fibers are described below?
Contract very quickly
Have large diameter, large glycogen reserves, few mitochondria
Have strong contractions, fatigue quickly
Intermediate fibers
Slow fibers
Fast Fibers
Myofibril fibers
Sarcomere fibers
What type of skeletal muscle fibers are described below?
Are slow to contract, slow to fatigue
Have small diameter, more mitochondria
Have high oxygen supply
Contain myoglobin (red pigment, binds oxygen)
Intermediate fibers
Slow fibers
Fast Fibers
Myofibril fibers
Sarcomere fibers
What type of skeletal muscle fibers are described below?
Are mid-sized
Have low myoglobin
Have more capillaries than fast fiber, slower to fatigue than fast fibers
intermediate amount of mitochondria
Intermediate fibers
Slow fibers
Fast Fibers
Myofibril fibers
Sarcomere fibers
____________ is muscle growth from heavy training
Muscle Hypertrophy
Myofibrils
Testosterone
Muscle Atrophy
Muscle Tone
When muscles grow the number of muscle fibers (cells) does not increase but the diameter of the muscle increases due to an increase in the number of ________.
Muscle Hypertrophy
Myofibrils
Testosterone
Muscle Atrophy
Muscle Tone
Typically Men are physically stronger than women, who have, on average, less total muscle mass, both in absolute terms and relative to total body mass. The greater muscle mass of men is the result of _______________ -induced muscular hypertrophy. Men also have denser, stronger bones, tendons, and ligaments.
Muscle Hypertrophy
Myofibrils
Testosterone
Muscle Atrophy
Muscle Tone
________________ occurs due to a lack of muscle activity which results in reduced muscle size, tone, and power.
Muscle Hypertrophy
Myofibrils
Testosterone
Muscle Atrophy
Muscle Tone
Name the disease/disorder of the muscular system described below.
Caused by possible overuse of muscle or electrolyte abnormalities. Locations include: calf, trapezius, chest wall, latissimus dorsi, legs, and toes. Involves quick painful cramping of muscle and leaves quickly with stretching, medication, or massage.
Muscle Spasms or Cramp
hernia
Multiple Sclerosis (MS)
Strain
Tendonitis
Name the disease/disorder of the muscular system described below.
Occurs when an organ protrudes through a weak muscle. Types: abdominal, inguinal, and hiatal. Symptoms include pain, swelling, and vomiting. Treatment includes organ going back through the muscle wall on its own, a doctor can push it back into the right place, and surgery to put organ back into place and repair muscle.
Muscle Spasms or Cramp
hernia
Multiple Sclerosis (MS)
Strain
Tendonitis
Name the disease/disorder of the muscular system described below.
Although the exact cause is not known, it is believed that this is an autoimmune disease. It is a potentially disabling disease of the brain and spinal cord (central nervous system). Symptoms include weakness of the muscles, tremors, lack of coordination, vision problems, slurred speech, fatigue, dizziness, tingling or pain in parts of your body. There is no known cure.
Muscle Spasms or Cramp
hernia
Multiple Sclerosis (MS)
Strain
Tendonitis
Name the disease/disorder of the muscular system described below.
Tearing and straining of the muscle causing injury and bleeding in the muscle. Symptoms include Pain, Swelling, and depending on severity, inability to use muscle. With treatment muscle should repair without difficulty.
Muscle Spasms or Cramp
hernia
Multiple Sclerosis (MS)
Strain
Tendonitis
Name the disease/disorder of the muscular system described below.
It can be a sudden injury, but it is most likely to come from the repetition of a particular movement over time. Symptoms include Pain and tenderness along a tendon, usually near a joint. Symptoms improve with treatment and rest.
Muscle Spasms or Cramp
hernia
Multiple Sclerosis (MS)
Strain
Tendonitis
Name the disease/disorder of the muscular system described below.
Cause is unknown. Symptoms include chronic muscle pain that lasts 3-4 months in certain muscle points, headache, fatigue, feelings of numbness, and pain in the joints. A blood test called a FM/A identifies blood cell markers produced by immune system to identify disease. Treatment focuses on pain relief, stretching, massage, relaxation, and chiropractic procedures
Fibromyalgia
Myasthenia Gravis
Tetanus
Muscular Dystrophy (MD)
Rhabdomyolysis
Name the disease/disorder of the muscular system described below.
Autoimmune disease where muscle weakness occurs when the connection between the nerves and muscle is lost. Symptoms include droopy eyelids, double vision, and difficulty swallowing (dysphagia). Treatment includes medications, thymectomy, and plasmapheresis.
Fibromyalgia
Myasthenia Gravis
Tetanus
Muscular Dystrophy (MD)
Rhabdomyolysis
Name the disease/disorder of the muscular system described below.
Infection of the nervous system with the potentially deadly bacteria Clostridium tetani. Treated with antibiotics and bed rest. Without treatment you can die and with treatment less than 10% of infected people die.
Fibromyalgia
Myasthenia Gravis
Tetanus
Muscular Dystrophy (MD)
Rhabdomyolysis
Name the disease/disorder of the muscular system described below.
A group of diseases in which the muscle cells deteriorate and is caused by a genetic defect
Symptoms include weakness of the muscles, falling, waddling gait, and difficulty getting up from a lying or sitting position. Depending on the type some live to in their 20’s
Fibromyalgia
Myasthenia Gravis
Tetanus
Muscular Dystrophy (MD)
Rhabdomyolysis
Name the disease/disorder of the muscular system described below.
A disease that causes the breakdown of skeletal muscle. This breakdown causes myoglobin release in the bloodstream.
Myoglobin is a protein that stores oxygen in the muscles. Too much myoglobin in the blood can lead to kidney damage. Can be caused from Trauma, Infection, inflammation, Medications, Toxins, and Genetic disorders
Fibromyalgia
Myasthenia Gravis
Tetanus
Muscular Dystrophy (MD)
Rhabdomyolysis
