A&P Basics                BIOL 2404                  Lab Quiz: Muscles                  Dr. Weis

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Each question is worth one point, unless specified otherwise.

1. Name four ways that muscles are named and give examples for each.

2. Define synergist and antagonist as they apply to muscles.

3. Name two energy sources for muscles.

4. Define sarcomere

5. Name the contractile proteins of muscle.

6. Define muscle tone.

7. Define depolarization and Repolarization.

8. Name the neurotransmitter used to excite skeletal muscle and the nervous

    system that controls skeletal muscle.

9. Explain how calcium is used in muscle contraction.

10. Name the three types of muscle, their location, and general function.

Extra Credit

Explain the difference between isometric and isotonic contraction.