Muscles Flashcards
Name the three types of muscle
There are three types of muscle: skeletal, smooth and cardiac muscle
what are other names for skeletal muscle?
skeletal muscle is also called striated, striped or voluntary muscle.
What is skeletal muscle concerned with?
Skeletal muscle is concerned with body movements.
Does skeletal muscle contract quickly or slowly? What is important to note about this?
It can contract quickly, but tires very easily (try opening and closing your fist for 1 minute).
Is skeletal muscle under voluntary or involuntary control?
This type of muscle is under voluntary or conscious control.
What are the other names for smooth muscle?
Smooth muscle is also called unstriped or involuntary muscle.
Where is smooth muscle found in the body? Name some parts
It is found in internal structures such as the digestive system, blood vessels, bladder and uterus.
Does smooth muscle control quickly or slowly?
It contracts slowly and is slow to tire.
Is smooth muscle under voluntary or involuntary control?
It is under involuntary or unconscious control.
where is cardiac muscle found in the body?
Cardiac muscle is found in the heart.
Does cardiac muscle contract strongly or weakly?
contracts strongly
Does cardiac muscle tire faster or slower than skeletal muscle?
does not tire as easily as skeletal muscle
Is cardiac muscle under voluntary or involuntary control?
involuntary (not under conscious control)
What does cardiac muscle contain a lot of?
It has many mitochondria
