general functions of muscular system Flashcards
1
Q
what is the muscular system responsible for
A
moving the framework of body
1
Q
general functions of muscular system
A
movement of body as a whole
heat production
posture
2
Q
Characteristics of skeletal muscle cells
A
excitability(irritability)
contractility
extensibility
3
Q
excitability(irritability)
A
ability to be stimulated
4
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Contractility
A
ability to contract, or shorten, and produce body movement
5
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Extensibility
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ability to extend, or stretch, thereby allowing muscles to return to their resting length
