Muscular System Flashcards
1
Q
a group of cells with similar structure that function together as a unit, but at a lower level than organs
A
tissue
2
Q
hard, calcified material that makes up the skeleton
A
bone
3
Q
thin layer of tissue that covers the body
A
skin
4
Q
muscles that attach to bones and are connected to and communicate with the central nervous system
A
skeletal muscles
5
Q
tough connective tissue that attaches muscle to bone
A
tendons
6
Q
tough, flexible connective tissue found in parts of the body such as the ear
A
collagen
7
Q
contracting unit of a muscle
A
sarcomere
8
Q
the process leading to shortening and/or development of tension in a muscle
A
contraction
