Multiple ChoiceWhere does 95% of the energy needed for contraction come from during moderate exercise?
Open QuestionThe connective tissue covering that encloses the sarcolemma of an individual muscle fiber is called thea. epimysium,b. perimysium,c. endomysium,d. periosteum.
Open QuestionThick and thin myofilaments have different compositions. For each descriptive phrase, indicate whether the filament is,a. thick orb. thin._____(1) contains actin_____ (2) contains ATPases_____(3) attaches to the Z disc_____(4) contains myosin_____(5) contains troponin_____(6) does not lie in the I band
Open QuestionThe function of the T tubules in muscle contraction is toa. make and store glycogen,b. release Ca²⁺ into the cell interior and then pick it up again,c. transmit the action potential deep into the muscle cells,d. form proteins.
Open QuestionTrue or false: Most muscles contain a predominance of one skeletal muscle fiber type. Explain the reasoning behind your choice.
Open QuestionThe primary action of the biceps brachii muscle of the anterior arm is to flex the forearm at the elbow. However, when this muscle is inflamed, pain is felt in the shoulder. Explain this finding.