The level of energy required to sustain the body's vital functions at rest is called the?
Basal metabolic Rate (BMR)
The first thing that stops a contraction after the nerve stops sending ACh?
AChE destroys the ACh and they are removed from the membrane receptors.
What do all contractions have in common?
All contractions involve the shortening of words or phrases by omitting certain letters or sounds, typically replacing them with an apostrophe. This process often combines a pronoun or noun with a verb (e.g., "don't" for "do not") or joins two words to create a more informal or conversational tone. Contractions are commonly used in spoken language and casual writing to enhance fluency and ease of communication.
Are leg muscles voluntary or involuntary muscles?
All muscles of the peripheral skeleton are skeletal striated muscles, which are all under the somatic nervous system control which means that they're all voluntarily controlled . That being said, those muscles are obvously involved in reflexes that are involuntary and instantaneous movements .
Which blood vessel tunic is composed of smooth muscle and controls the diameter of the vessel?
Tunica interna
What muscle is used to extend the forearm?
Triceps Brachii - it is the only muscle fleshing out the posterior humerus; its three heads arise from the shoulder girdle and proximal humerus, and it inserts into the olecranon process of the ulna. It is a powerful prime mover of elbow extension.
triceps brachii
What is the name of the repeating pattern of units of a muscle cell?
I do believe you are asking about a sarcomere, units of repeating bands that make up the fibers (myofibrils) of a striated muscle.
What does it mean to have muscular atrophy?
Muscular atrophy is a decrease in the mass of muscle. It can be a result of common diseases such as cancer, AIDS, renal failure and congestive heart failure. People who suffer from muscular atrophy have either partial or complete wasting away of the muscle, depending on the severity of the case.
Where is the tongue supposed to rest?
The tongue rests in your mouth. It fit perfectly in your bottom jaw and is the strongest muscle in your body.
Why are some black men so abuses?
Black men may or may not be 'more' abusive than other ethnics, Men are usually abusive because they were around it as a young person. Or, they simply want to have their way and hitting is a good way to get people to do what you want.
Fast twitch slow twitch muscles color and function?
Slow twitch fibers Slow-twitch fibers are muscle fibers that are used more when compared to the rest. Your legs are full of slow-twitch fiber because you are on your feet much of the time. Another name given for slow-twitch fiber is endurance fiber because they have been forced to adapt via being used so frequently and that is why it is harder for them to grow. Fast Twitch Fibers Fast-twitch fibers are then obviously easier to grow because they are used less. When you are working out it is like they are being challenged for the first time. That is the reason why people see the most gains with these muscles when they first start working out.
What is the cell from which a muscle develops is called?
Myeloblast
According to the CMA practice exam, this cell is called a myoblast.