Muscles Flashcards
1
Q
What are the functions of muscles?
A
- Movement
- Maintain postures and positions
- Stabilise joints
- Control cavity pressures
- Maintain body temperature
- Energy storage
2
Q
The 3 types of muscle are…
A
- Skeletal
- Cardiac
- Smooth
3
Q
Examples of striated muscles is
A
Cardiac and skeletal
4
Q
Muscle is composed of…
A
Fascicles which are bundles of muscle fibers
5
Q
Muscle fibers are composed of…
A
Myofibrils which are made of sarcomeres
