Excitation Contraction Steps Flashcards
0
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Step two
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AP triggers Ca2+ release
1
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Step one
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AP generated and moves along Sarcomere to T tubules
2
Q
Step three
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Ca2+ binds to troponin; blocking Tropomyosin release
3
Q
Step four
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Myosin heads attach to actin pulling them towards middle of sarcomere
ATP Hydrolysis
4
Q
Step five
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Removal of Ca2+ by active transport
5
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Step six
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Tropomyosin blockage restored; contraction ends.