Table of contents

1. Introduction to Anatomy & Physiology5h 43m
2. Cell Chemistry & Cell Components12h 36m
3. Energy & Cell Processes10h 6m
4. Tissues & Histology10h 3m
5. Integumentary System2h 20m
6. Bones & Skeletal Tissue2h 16m
7. The Skeletal System2h 35m
8. Joints2h 17m
9. Muscle Tissue2h 33m
10. Muscles1h 11m
11. Nervous Tissue and Nervous System1h 35m
12. The Central Nervous System1h 6m
- Introduction to the Central Nervous System
  18m
- The Cerebrum
  48m
13. The Peripheral Nervous System1h 26m
14. The Autonomic Nervous System1h 38m
15. The Special Senses2h 41m
16. The Endocrine System2h 48m
17. The Blood3h 22m
18. The Heart2h 42m
19. The Blood Vessels3h 35m
20. The Lymphatic System3h 16m
21. The Immune System14h 37m
22. The Respiratory System3h 20m
23. The Digestive System2h 5m
24. Metabolism and Nutrition4h 0m
25. The Urinary System2h 39m
26. Fluid and Electrolyte Balance, Acid Base Balance37m
27. The Reproductive System2h 5m
28. Human Development1h 21m
29. Heredity3h 32m

9. Muscle Tissue

Steps of Muscle Contraction

Anatomy & Physiology

9. Muscle Tissue

Steps of Muscle Contraction

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Multiple Choice

All of the following terms refer to the ability to receive and respond to a stimulus EXCEPT __________.

contractility

excitability

irritability

responsiveness

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Begin by understanding the definitions of each term provided in the options. This will help you identify which term does not fit the concept of receiving and responding to a stimulus.

Define 'excitability': In physiology, excitability refers to the ability of a cell or tissue to respond to a stimulus, typically by generating an electrical signal or action potential.

Define 'irritability': This term is often used interchangeably with excitability and refers to the ability of a cell or tissue to react to a stimulus.

Define 'responsiveness': Responsiveness is the general ability of an organism or cell to respond to changes in its environment, which includes reacting to stimuli.

Define 'contractility': Contractility refers to the ability of muscle cells to contract or shorten, which is not directly related to the ability to receive and respond to a stimulus. This term is more about the action following the response rather than the initial reception of the stimulus.