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| Fundamental properties of muscle tissue ? |
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Definition
Excitability
Electrical conductivity
Contractivity
Extensibility
Elasticity |
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Term
How does the action potential along the sarcolemma cause the sarcoplasmic reticulums calcium channels to open ?
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Definition
| The action potential travels along the sarcolemma, into the T tubules which causes a change in the T tubule membrane proteins, which are physically coupled to the calcium channels in the sarcoplasmic reticulum. |
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Term
| The process by which electrical signals are converted into mechanical force is called ? |
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Definition
| Excitation-contraction coupling |
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Term
| Functions of muscle tissue ? |
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Definition
Body movement
Maintenance of posture
Respiration
Production of Body Heat
Communication
Constriction of organs and vessels
Heart Beat |
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