Anatomy and Physiology Journal Ch 6
What are the three types of muscles? Skeletal Cardiac Smooth
Which muscle types are striated? Cardiac Skeletal
Define Epimysium & Endomysium Connective tissue ensheathing the entire muscle. Endomysium Thin connective tissue investing each muscle cell.
Contrast Isotonic to Isometric. Isotonic- Muscle shortens Isometric- Muscle does not shorten even though tension increases
Describe anaerobic glycolysis. No oxygen used Fastest pathway to regenerate ATP 30-60 seconds
Explain the condition of skeletal muscle fatigue. It is caused by insufficient intracellular quantities of ATP due to excessive consumption.
List the functions of the muscular system: production of movement maintenance of posture stabilization of joints generation of heat
What is a muscle group that works with and assists the action of a prime mover? synergist
What are the four abdominal muscles? rectus abdominis external oblique internal oblique transverse abdominis