Question 1

Describe the three major types of skeletal muscle fibers found in vertebrates.

Accepted Answer

Three major types of skeletal muscle fib

Question 2

The repeating units of muscle contraction are called myofibrils.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 3

What is the correct order of events that occur during muscle contraction? 1) Muscle shortens
2) Calcium binds to troponin
3) Filaments slide
4) T tubules are depolarized
5) Acetylcholine is released
6) ATP molecule is split

Accepted Answer

A)  4 → 5 → 2 → 1 → 3 → 6 
B)  4 → 2 → 5 → 6 → 1 → 3 
C)  5 → 2 → 4 → 1 → 6 → 3 
D)  6 → 2 → 5 → 4 → 3 → 1 
E)  5 → 4 → 2 → 6 → 3 → 1 
A)  4 → 5 → 2 → 1 → 3 → 6 
B)  4 → 2 → 5 → 6 → 1 → 3 
C)  5 → 2 → 4 → 1 → 6 → 3 
D)  6 → 2 → 5 → 4 → 3 → 1 
E)  5 → 4 → 2 → 6 → 3 → 1

Question 4

Figure 40-3 ​
 
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In the accompanying figure, the function of the structure labeled C, particularly in small children, is to

Accepted Answer

A)  produce blood cells. 
B)  act as a growth center. 
C)  provide mechanical strength. 
D)  serve as an attachment site for tendons. 
E)  nourish the bone tissue. 
A)  produce blood cells. 
B)  act as a growth center. 
C)  provide mechanical strength. 
D)  serve as an attachment site for tendons. 
E)  nourish the bone tissue.

Question 5

Figure 40-1 ​
 
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Refer to the accompanying figure. Which region of the skin is composed mainly of collagen fibers?

Accepted Answer

A)  1 
B)  6 
C)  11 
D)  14 
E)  15 
A)  1 
B)  6 
C)  11 
D)  14 
E)  15

Question 6

Figure 40-4 Use the figure to answer the corresponding question(s). ​
 
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Refer to the accompanying figure. An action potential spreads and triggers Ca2+ release through the structure labeled as

Accepted Answer

A)  2 
B)  3 
C)  4 
D)  5 
E)  6 
A)  2 
B)  3 
C)  4 
D)  5 
E)  6

Question 7

What is the major difference between the endoskeleton and the exoskeleton?

Accepted Answer

A)  The endoskeleton is capable of growth. 
B)  The endoskeleton permits movement. 
C)  The endoskeleton contains calcium. 
D)  The endoskeleton is molted more frequently. 
E)  The endoskeleton provides support. 
A)  The endoskeleton is capable of growth. 
B)  The endoskeleton permits movement. 
C)  The endoskeleton contains calcium. 
D)  The endoskeleton is molted more frequently. 
E)  The endoskeleton provides support.

Question 8

Which process is a specialized function carried out by epithelial tissue?

Accepted Answer

A)  Exchange of gases 
B)  Production of hormones 
C)  Regulation of heart rate 
D)  Facilitation of muscle contraction 
E)  Insulation of nerve fibers 
A)  Exchange of gases 
B)  Production of hormones 
C)  Regulation of heart rate 
D)  Facilitation of muscle contraction 
E)  Insulation of nerve fibers

Question 9

Calcium ions are stored in the sarcoplasmic reticulum.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 10

Figure 40-3 ​
 
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The portion of the bone labeled I in the accompanying figure is called the

Accepted Answer

A)  periosteum. 
B)  lacunae. 
C)  epiphysis. 
D)  osteon. 
E)  metaphysis. 
A)  periosteum. 
B)  lacunae. 
C)  epiphysis. 
D)  osteon. 
E)  metaphysis.

Question 11

The basic unit of muscle contraction is known as the

Accepted Answer

A)  sarcoplasmic reticulum. 
B)  transverse tubule. 
C)  sarcomere. 
D)  sarcolemma. 
E)  motor unit. 
A)  sarcoplasmic reticulum. 
B)  transverse tubule. 
C)  sarcomere. 
D)  sarcolemma. 
E)  motor unit.

Question 12

Match between columns
                        Premises: Called a "thick filament"

Accepted Answer

The Answer of Myosin and Sarcoplasmic reticulum and Sarcomere and is...

Question 13

Match between columns
                        Premises: Called a "thin filament"

Accepted Answer

The Answer of Myosin and Sarcomere and Sarcoplasmic reticulum and is...

Question 14

Figure 40-3 ​
 
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The portion of the bone labeled E in the accompanying figure is called the

Accepted Answer

A)  periosteum. 
B)  diaphysis. 
C)  epiphysis. 
D)  articular cartilage. 
E)  metaphysis. 
A)  periosteum. 
B)  diaphysis. 
C)  epiphysis. 
D)  articular cartilage. 
E)  metaphysis.

Question 15

Which class of bones is part of the appendicular skeletal division?

Accepted Answer

A)  Skull 
B)  Vertebral column 
C)  Ribs 
D)  Pelvis 
E)  Sternum 
A)  Skull 
B)  Vertebral column 
C)  Ribs 
D)  Pelvis 
E)  Sternum

Question 16

Joint capsules are typically reinforced by ligaments.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 17

Compare and contrast the function of the external epithelium and its derivatives in invertebrates and vertebrates.

Accepted Answer

Concepts to Consider: The epithelium is

Question 18

Figure 40-1 ​
 
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Refer to the accompanying figure. Which structure is the source of sebum, a substance that inhibits bacterial growth on the surface of the skin?

Accepted Answer

A)  5 
B)  7 
C)  10 
D)  11 
E)  12 
A)  5 
B)  7 
C)  10 
D)  11 
E)  12

Question 19

What are joints? Describe the main types of vertebrate joints and provide examples.

Accepted Answer

Concepts to Consider: Joints a

Question 20

Most joints found in the human body are

Accepted Answer

A)  synovial. 
B)  immovable. 
C)  slightly movable. 
D)  freely movable. 
E)  cartilaginous. 
A)  synovial. 
B)  immovable. 
C)  slightly movable. 
D)  freely movable. 
E)  cartilaginous.

Exam 40: Protection, Support, and Movement

Describe the three major types of skeletal muscle fibers found in vertebrates.

The repeating units of muscle contraction are called myofibrils.

What is the correct order of events that occur during muscle contraction? 1) Muscle shortens 2) Calcium binds to troponin 3) Filaments slide 4) T tubules are depolarized 5) Acetylcholine is released 6) ATP molecule is split

Figure 40-3 ​ ​ In the accompanying figure, the function of the structure labeled C, particularly in small children, is to

Figure 40-1 ​ ​ Refer to the accompanying figure. Which region of the skin is composed mainly of collagen fibers?

Figure 40-4 Use the figure to answer the corresponding question(s). ​ ​ Refer to the accompanying figure. An action potential spreads and triggers Ca2+ release through the structure labeled as

What is the major difference between the endoskeleton and the exoskeleton?

Which process is a specialized function carried out by epithelial tissue?

Calcium ions are stored in the sarcoplasmic reticulum.

Figure 40-3 ​ ​ The portion of the bone labeled I in the accompanying figure is called the

The basic unit of muscle contraction is known as the

Figure 40-3 ​ ​ The portion of the bone labeled E in the accompanying figure is called the

Which class of bones is part of the appendicular skeletal division?

Joint capsules are typically reinforced by ligaments.

Compare and contrast the function of the external epithelium and its derivatives in invertebrates and vertebrates.

Figure 40-1 ​ ​ Refer to the accompanying figure. Which structure is the source of sebum, a substance that inhibits bacterial growth on the surface of the skin?

What are joints? Describe the main types of vertebrate joints and provide examples.

Most joints found in the human body are

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Figure 40-3 In the accompanying figure, the function of the structure labeled C, particularly in small children, is to

Figure 40-1 Refer to the accompanying figure. Which region of the skin is composed mainly of collagen fibers?

Figure 40-4 Use the figure to answer the corresponding question(s). Refer to the accompanying figure. An action potential spreads and triggers Ca²⁺ release through the structure labeled as

Figure 40-3 The portion of the bone labeled I in the accompanying figure is called the

Figure 40-3 The portion of the bone labeled E in the accompanying figure is called the

Figure 40-1 Refer to the accompanying figure. Which structure is the source of sebum, a substance that inhibits bacterial growth on the surface of the skin?