Chapter 10 muscle Tissue

Explain the organization of muscle tissues

Epimysium, Perimysium, Endomysium, Fascicle, Muscle Fiber, Myofibril, Actin, Myosin

Is skeletal muscle striated?

Yes

Is skeletal muscle voluntary?

Yes

Where is skeletal muscle found?

Attached to bone, skin or fascia

Is cardiac muscle striated ?

Yes

Is the cardiac muscle voluntary?

Involuntary

Is smoot muscle striated?

Nonstriated

Is smooth muscle voluntary?

Involuntary

Where is smooth muscle found?

Hair follicles in skin, walls of hollow organs.

What is the function of muscular tissue?

Walking, running, posture, moves blood and digestive tract, generates heat (ATP)

What effects muscle contraction?

Number of motor units required, frequency of stimulation, degree of stretch.