skeletal muscle structure and contractile properties

Question 1

epimysium

Answer 1

surrounds entire muscle belly

Question 2

perimysium

Answer 2

groups the fibers into fascicles

Question 3

endomysium

Answer 3

surrounds each individual fiber

Question 4

3 important functions

Answer 4

1. force generation for locomotion
2. force generation for postural support
3. heat production during periods of cold stress

Question 5

muscle order

Answer 5

belly - fascicle - fiber - myofibrils - myofilaments