Exam Review 1

Question 1

The ability of muscular tissue to return to its original length and shape after triggering a movement is known as ___

Answer 1

Elasticity

Question 2

The outermost layer of connective tissue surrounding a skeletal muscle is known as the ____

Answer 2

Epimysium

Question 3

The area from one z-disc to the next z-disc is referred to as the ___

Answer 3

Sarcomere

Question 4

Neurotransmitter found at the neuromuscular junction

Answer 4

Acetylcholine

Question 5

Diamond-shaped muscle

Answer 5

Deltoid

Question 6

The muscle tendon that is attached to the stationary bone is commonly referred to as the ____

Answer 6

Origin

Question 7

This channel opens or closes in response to physical distortion of the membrane surface, such as vibrations or pressure

Answer 7

Mechanically-gated channel

Question 8

Used to send electrical signals over ONLY short distances in the nervous system

Answer 8

Graded potentials

Question 9

A source of energy for a muscle contraction that provides about 15 seconds of energy

Answer 9

Creatine phosphate

Question 10

Shortening a muscle as it maintains its tension

Answer 10

Concentric Isotonic Contraction