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What are the structures within the muscle fiber that shorten to cause skeletal muscle fiber contraction?
The structures within the muscle fiber that shorten to cause skeletal muscle contraction are called myofibrils. Myofibrils are composed of repeating units called sarcomeres, which contain thick and thin filaments made of proteins (actin and myosin). When the muscle fiber is stimulated by a nerve impulse, the myosin heads interact with the actin filaments to generate the force required for muscle contraction.
Does skeletal muscle have T-tubules and what is their function in muscle contraction?
Yes, skeletal muscle has T-tubules, which are invaginations of the cell membrane that allow for the rapid transmission of action potentials deep into the muscle fiber. This helps to coordinate the contraction of muscle fibers by ensuring that all parts of the muscle fiber receive the signal to contract simultaneously.
The repeating unit of a skeletal muscle fiber is the?
Myofibrils The sarcomere is the unit of muscular contraction.
A skeletal muscle fiber contains many nuclei?
Skeletal muscle fibers contain numerous nuclei. This is used to produce large amounts of the enzymes and structural proteins needed for muscle contraction.
The action potential is conducted into a skeletal muscle fiber by?
The action potential is conducted into a skeletal muscle fiber by the depolarization of the motor end plate, which triggers the opening of voltage-gated sodium channels. This causes an influx of sodium ions into the muscle fiber, leading to depolarization and the initiation of muscle contraction.
What is the first step toward generating a skeletal muscle contraction?
The first step toward generating a skeletal muscle contraction is the release of acetylcholine (ACh) at the neuromuscular junction. This neurotransmitter binds to receptors on the muscle fiber's membrane, leading to the depolarization of the muscle cell and the initiation of an action potential. This depolarization triggers the release of calcium ions from the sarcoplasmic reticulum, ultimately leading to muscle contraction.
Does each skeletal muscle fiber has one neuromuscular junction?
Yes, each skeletal muscle fiber has one neuromuscular junction (NMJ) where a motor neuron connects to the muscle fiber. This junction is the site where the motor neuron releases neurotransmitters, specifically acetylcholine, to stimulate muscle contraction. While a single motor neuron can innervate multiple muscle fibers, each individual muscle fiber receives input from only one motor neuron at its NMJ.
Is the correct sequence of events for muscle contractions in a skeletal muscle fiber?
Yes, the correct sequence of events for muscle contractions in a skeletal muscle fiber begins with the stimulation of the muscle fiber by a motor neuron, leading to the release of acetylcholine at the neuromuscular junction. This triggers an action potential that travels along the muscle fiber's membrane and into the T-tubules, causing the release of calcium ions from the sarcoplasmic reticulum. The calcium ions bind to troponin, resulting in the movement of tropomyosin and exposing binding sites on actin filaments. Finally, myosin heads attach to these sites, leading to the sliding filament mechanism that results in muscle contraction.
What is the structure and function of the muscle I band in skeletal muscle fibers?
The muscle I band is a region in skeletal muscle fibers that contains only thin filaments made of actin. Its main function is to anchor the thin filaments and help maintain the structure of the muscle fiber during contraction and relaxation.
Does a skeletal muscle fiber contain many nuclei?
Yes, skeletal muscle fibers are multinucleated, containing multiple nuclei located along the length of the fiber. These nuclei are important for controlling protein synthesis and other cellular activities involved in muscle function and repair.
What is the multinucleate muscle fiber?
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The structure storing calcium in the skeletal muscle fibers at rest is the?
The structure responsible for storing calcium in skeletal muscle fibers at rest is the sarcoplasmic reticulum. This organelle regulates the release of calcium ions during muscle contraction to trigger the muscle fiber to contract.
