Quick Quiz: Skeletal Muscle Mechanics


Fill-in Answer Correct False Correct Answer
1. In an isometric contraction, tension is equal to __________.
2. True or false: a single muscle action potential causes enough calcium release to allow 100% of the cross-bridges to be active.
3. What type of stimulus produces a tetanic contraction (tetanus)?
4. Which condition favors the formation of creatine phosphate: high ADP or high ATP?
5. An increased level of this enzyme in the plasma indicates skeletal muscle damage.
6. The electromyogram (EMG) is a recording of action potentials from what type of cell?
7. Chronically inactive muscles shrink in diameter. This process is called ________.


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