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A&P 2
histology, intugementary, and muscular.
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Pharmacology
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02/05/2010

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Term
a function of the integumentary system is to _____ vitamin D
Definition
metabolize
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the epidermis contains no ___
Definition
blood vessels
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the stratum ____ is the innermost layer of the epidermis
Definition
basale. stratum basale.
Term
cells which produce keratin are called _____
Definition
keratinocytes
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the hypodermis lies directly beneath the ____
Definition
dermis
Term
______ function as sensory receptors for touch in combo with sensory nerve endings
Definition
Merkel cells
Term
the layer of the skin that is comprised of mostly dead cells is the stratum ______
Definition
corneum
Term
skin colored is determined by _____ in the epidermis
Definition
melanin, carotene, and hemoglobin
Term
Stratum basale cells of hair follicles produce _____ that form hair
Definition
keratinized cells
Term
the post synaptic membrane is located on what type of cell?
Definition
skeletal muscle (motor end plate of NM junction)
Term
where are the Ach-containing synaptic vesicles located?
Definition
motor neuron axonal ending
Term
where are Ach-receptors located?
Definition
motor end place of the NM junction
Term
What is acetylcholine esterase?
Definition
found in the nm junction synaptic cleft, it cleaves to Ach preventing continued muslce contraction
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binding of Ach to Ach receptors causes influx of what cation?
Definition
Na+ entry into the skeletal muscle and K+ out.
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single layer of cube-shaped cells that function in secretion and absorption: found in kidney tubules, ovaries and small glands
Definition
simple cuboidal
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a type of connective tissue proper that has a gel-like matrix containing collagen, elastic and reticular fibers and calls that wraps and cushions organs and holds tissue fluid. contains excess fluid in edema
Definition
areolar
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contains long, cynlindrical cells containing multiple nuclei and myofibrils. functions in voluntary movement
Definition
skeletal muscle
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hard, calcified matrix containing densely-packed collagen fibers arranced in lacunae: provides support for the body
Definition
bone
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comprised of specialized cells that generate and conduct electrical signals and supporting cells that insulate and nourish them. functions in communication and control
Definition
neurons
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single layer of flattened cells with sparse cytoplasm that functions in passage of substances via diffusion and filtration; may secrete lubricating substance; located in kidney glomeruli, alveoli of lungs, lining of bllood vessel and lining lymphatic vessels
Definition
simple squamous
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contains red and white cells in a fluid matrix
Definition
blood
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can be classified as regular or irregular; contains predominantly collagen fibers with some fibroblasts
Definition
dense CT Proper
Term
has a loose matrix and contains adipocytes; functions to insulate, cushion, and support organs and stores fuel
Definition
adipose
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provides structural strength to dermis, submucosa of digestive tract and joints
Definition
dense CT
Term
contains many elastic fibers that maintain shape while allowing flexibility; found in external ear and epiglottis
Definition
elastic cartilage
Term
firm matrix made of collagen fibers with clear appearance; functions to support; found in embryonic skeleton, ends of long bones, rib ends, nose, trachea, and larynx
Definition
hyaline cartilage
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formed by chondroblasta; may be hyaline, elastic or fibro
Definition
cartilage
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comprises most of the wall of the heart and functions in propelling blood; involuntary control
Definition
cardiac muscle
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transports nutrients, oxygen, metabolic wastes, CO2 and contained within vessels
Definition
blood
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can form all or parts of glands with simple of compound duct structures, or ductless glands
Definition
gladular epithelial
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network of reticular fibers in a loose ground substance; found in lymphoid organs
Definition
reticular CT
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contains collagen, elastic, and/or reticular fibers and has cells that exist in a mature (cyte) or immature (blast) form
Definition
CT
Term
striated tissue containing breanching uninucleate or binucleate cells that join at intercalated discs containing gap junctions
Definition
cardiac muscle
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comprised of spindle-shaped cells and often found in the walls of hollow organs such as the GI tract; involuntary control
Definition
smooth muscle
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may be loose or dense and formed from fibroblasts
Definition
CT Proper
Term
comprised of several layers and may be keratinzed (skin) or unkeratinized (mouth). function to protect
Definition
stratified squamous
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________ can form glands or parts of glands in the body and covers the surfaces and lines of the walls of bode cavities and organs.
Definition
epithelial tissue
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Cardiac muslce contains _____ while smooth mucle contains ______
Definition
troponin, calmudin
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the ______ of a nm junction contains ACH receptors
Definition
motor end place
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main function of acetylcholine esterase is to:
Definition
prevent sustained muscle contraction
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__________ promotes degradation of bone and release of calcium
Definition
PTH parathyroid hormone
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hematopoesis occurs in ____
Definition
spongy bone
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____ are bundles of skeletal muscle fibers and are wrapped in perimysium
Definition
Fasciles
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4 types of tissues
Definition
epithelial (covering/lining/gland forming), connective (support/binding), nervous, muscle
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functions of epithelial
Definition
protection, absorption, filtration, excretion, secretion, sensory reception.
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characteristics of epithelial
Definition
cellular contribution (little ecm), specialized contacts (tight/gap/desmesomes), polarity, basement membrane, vascularity, and regeneration.
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3 major types of epithelial
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simple, stratified, and glandular
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simple squamous
Definition
single layer of flat cells with sparse cytoplasm. function in diffusion/filtration.
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simple cuboidal
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function in secretion and absorption. ie: kindey
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simple columnar
Definition
oval nuclei. non-ciliated = digestive tract. ciliated = respiratory. function in secretion/absorption.
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stratified squamous
Definition
usually thick, outer layers flat. function in protection (skin)
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strat cuboidal and star columnar
Definition
rare. ducts of glands.
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gland
Definition
one or more cells that make and secrete a ceullar product. most glands form by invagination of an epithelial sheet
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endorcine gland
Definition
secrete homrones/product into surrounding extracell space. taken up by blood, lymph, and travel to target organs. mostly ductless glands, not all are epithelial derived (adrenal)
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exocrine
Definition
secrete products onto epithelial surface or into body cavities. mostly epithelial derived. most have a duct and are more numerous than endocrine. may be uni (goblet-resp, digestive) or multicell (salivary glands)
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pancreas
Definition
both endo and exocrine. endo = insulin and glucagon. exo = digestive enzymes
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4 subclasses of CT
Definition
CT proper, cartilage, bone, blood. all derived from mesenchyme. mostly ECM
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major functions of CT
Definition
support and bindint, protection, insulation, transportation
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ground substance
Definition
amorphous material that fills space between CT cells. contains fibers and holds fluids. composed of interstitial fluid, adhesion proteins, and proteoglycans.
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fibers of ECM
Definition
elongated fibrous protein structures that provide support. 3 types: collagen, elastic, and reticular
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collagen fibers
Definition
collagen protein monomers secreted by cells into ECM. assembled into touch, thick fibers in ECM. very strong
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elastic fibers
Definition
makde of the protein elastin- coiled structre that stretches and recoils, found in skin, lungs, blood vessels
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reticular fibers
Definition
fine protein fibers that form networks that support soft tissues and small vessels
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immature cells - blasts
Definition
actively mitotic cells that form the ECM and produce blast CT cells which mature into cytes
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mature cells -- cytes
Definition
maintain health of the ECM, help maintiain equilibrium so aren't always present.
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types of CT proper
Definition
loose, areolar, adipose, reticular, dense
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ct proper loose
Definition
mostly widely distributed, absorbs h2o, usually vascular
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ct proper areolar
Definition
gel like matrix with 3 fibers types. found under epithelial tissue and surrounding capilaries
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ct proper adipose
Definition
stores nutrients, cushions/prevents heat loss, found in the hypodermis, abdomen, and boobs
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ct proper reticular
Definition
netowrk of reticular fibers in the ECM; found in lymphatic tissues, bone marrow.
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ct proper dense
Definition
durable, used for structure/binding. found in tendons. mostly ligaments, demis, walls of large arteries
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3 types of cartilage
Definition
hyaline, elastic, fibrous
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hyaline cartilage
Definition
most abundant. "gristle". provides firm support. matrix appears amorphous and glassy. ex: nose, trachea
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elastic cartilage
Definition
abundant in elastin fibers. give extra flexibility. ex: ears
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fibrous cartilage
Definition
absorbs compressive shock. contain thick collagen fibers. ex: intervertebral discs
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bone
Definition
osseus tissue, matrix similar to cartilage except harder due to collagen fibers and Ca2+ salts. site of blood cell formation aka hematopoesis.
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blood
Definition
blood cells surrounded by a fluid matrix. fibers are soluble proteins (fibrinogen) that aggregates and become visible upon clotting.
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covering and lining membranes
Definition
a continuous multicell sheet composed of at least 2 primary tissue types- an epithelium bount to an underlying layer of ct proper. 3 types: cutaneous, mucous, and serous
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cutaneous membrane
Definition
skin. coprised of keratinized stratified squamous epithelial (epiderm) firmly attached to a thick layer of dense ct (dermis).
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mucous membrane
Definition
mucosae. comprised of a strat squam or a simepl columnar epith with underlying loose ct called lamina propria. wet membrane bathed by secretions (mucous or urine). found in open body cavities- digestic, respiratory, urogenital tracts. adapted for absorption and secretion.
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serous membrane
Definition
simple squam epith with underlying loose ct. double walled sacs containing fluid. wet membranes. found in closed body cavities. has parietal and visceral surfaces. 3 types: pleura, pericardium, and peritoneum (abdominal).
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neurons: dendrites v. axons
Definition
dendrites: carry electrical signals TOWARD the body
axon: carry AWAY from the body
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neurons: supporting cells
Definition
aka glia. non-neuronal cells of the nervous system that insulate, protect, support, and enhance the electrical activities of neurons.
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Muslce tissue and its 3 types
Definition
highly cellular, well vascularized tissue composed of elongated cells containing actin and myosin filaments. skeletal, cardiac, or smooth.
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skeletal muscle
Definition
long, cynlindrical, multi-nucleated cells with striations aka skeletal muscle fibers. function in voluntary movement.
Term
cardiac muscle
Definition
shorter, uni or binucleate cells with branching fibers that join at intercalated discs. involuntary!
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smooth muscle
Definition
spindle shaped, uni-nucleate cells with no striations, aka smooth muscle fibers. involuntary
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hypertrophy
Definition
enlargements of cell due to increase in size of cell
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hyperplasia
Definition
enlargement in cell due to increase in number of cells
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atrophy
Definition
decrease in size of cells due to a decrease in size or number of cells
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metaplasia
Definition
altered differentiation of cells to a type different than in the original tissue
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functions of integumentary system
Definition
protection, cutaneous sensation, temp regulation, excretion, and vitamin d metabolism
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layers of skin
Definition
epidermis, dermis, hypodermis
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epidermis
Definition
outer most layer of skin comprised of mutliple layers of epithelial cells. thickness varies
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5 layers of epidermis
Definition
stratum corneum (outer. dead cells), stratum lucidum (absent in thin), stratum granulosum, stratum spinosum, stratum basale (inner. mitotic. contains kertinocytes, melanocytes, and dendritic cells)
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Cell types of epidermis: Keratinocytes
Definition
predominant epithelial cell type of the epiderm that produces keratin
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cell types of epidermis: Melanocytes
Definition
epth cells that produce pigment (melanin) of skin and hair
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cells types of the epidermis: dendritic cells
Definition
immune cells (macrophages)
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ll types of epidermis: merkel cells
Definition
spike-shaped cells associated with sensory nerve ending that function as sensory receptors for touch
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dermis
Definition
strong, flexible layers composed of CT proper (cells, fibers, matrix) containing sensory receptors, nerces, blood, and lymphatic vessels. function to bind the epidermis, superficial blood vessels, and body together.
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hypodermis
Definition
mostly adipose ct plus some areolar ct. functions in fat storage-fuel reserve, insulation, and shock absorber. anchors skin to muscle yet allows skin to move over muscle.
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exocrine sweat glands
Definition
present all over the body. function to cool body via evaporation and in excretion.
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apocrine sweat glands
Definition
present in localized areas. ie axillary
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sebaceous (oil) glands
Definition
produce the oily secretion sebum that lubricates and waterproofs the skin and hair. inflammataion contributes to acne
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hair (pili)
Definition
comprised of keratinized cells that contain hard keratin formed in hair follicle by stratum basale cells. melanocytes produce color (in matrix)
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nail
Definition
modification of epidermis that contain hard keratinized, formed by nail matrix
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components of skeletal system
Definition
bone, joints, cartilage, and ligaments.
Term
functions of skeletal system
Definition
support, aid in movement, protection, blood cell production, mineral homeostasis
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fibrous joints
Definition
made of dense fibrous ct. most are unmovable, no joint cavity. ek: suture of skull
Term
cartilagenous joints
Definition
made of cartilage. movable byt no joint cavity. ex: ribs
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synovial joints
Definition
moveable, have joint cavity with synovial fluid. made of cartilage and fibriuos ct. ex: joints of limbs
Term
components of synovial joints
Definition
1. articular cartilage (covers opposing bone surface) 2. synovial cavity 3. articular capsule (fibrious capsule and synovial membrane) 4. synovial fluid (reduces friction, lubricates) 5. reinforcing ligaments (strengthens)
Term
bursae
Definition
flattened fibrous sacs near synovial joints. contain synovial fluid and reduce friction
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compact bone
Definition
comprised of pillar-shaped structural units called osteons. comprised of layers (lamillae) of collagen fibers with osteocytes between the layers, and blood vessels and nerves running through the center
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spongy bone
Definition
bone with honeycomb like structure found internal to compact bone. contains red and yellow marrow. red marrow is site of hemopoeisis
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the internal/external hone surfaces are covered with double layered membraneous tissue called ___ and ____
Definition
endosteum and peristeum
Term
osteogenic cells
Definition
stem cells that give rise to osteblasts
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osteoblasts
Definition
cone forming cells that produce andsecrete bone matrix elements
Term
osteocytes
Definition
cells matured from osteoblasts that maintain bone matrix. also act as stress sensors
Term
osteoclasts
Definition
bone degrading cells that digest bone to mainin proper Ca2+ levels in the body.
Term
bone deposit by ________ and degredation by __________
Definition
osteoblast and osteoclasts
Term
parathyroid hormone
Definition
contsol when bone is degraded and calcium is released in response to need for calcium in the body. stimulates: 1. osteoclasta and 2. kidneys to convert vit d to calcitrol which increases calcium absorption.
Term
calcitonin
Definition
stimulates calcium salt deposit in the bone. occurs when calcium levels are high. produced in thyroid
Term
epimysis
Definition
the CT covering that muscles are wrapped in
Term
bundles of skeletal muscle cells ______ are wrapped in a ct covering called the _______
Definition
fasicles and perimysium
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individual skeletal muslce cells ______ are wrapped in the ct covering called the __________
Definition
muscle fibers, endomysium
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description of skeletal muscle cells
Definition
aka muslce fibers. long cylindrical cells with multiple neclei formed by fusion of the embryonic cells. fontain myofibrils.
Term
sarcolemma
Definition
specialized plasma memrane of skeletal muscles cells. invaginates into T tubules at the end of the a band i band junction
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sarcoplasm
Definition
cytosol of a muscle cell
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myofibrils
Definition
rod-like structures contained within skeletal muslce cells that are the contractile elements. are specialized cytoskeletal elements/organelles
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myofilaments
Definition
compose the myofibril. 3 parts: thick, thin, and elastic
Term
thick filaments
Definition
comprised of myosin with head and tail regions
Term
thin filaments
Definition
comprised mostly of actin. also contains regulatory proteins: tropomyosin and troponin
Term
tropomyosin v. troponin
Definition
tropomyosin: blocks myosin binding sites on actin to prevent myosin binding (covers where myosin would bond)
Troponin: 3 subunit protein that binds actin, tropomyosin, and calcium
Term
elastic filaments
Definition
comprised of titan
Term
a band
Definition
daker region containing thick filaments (myosin)
Term
i band
Definition
lighter region lacking thick filaments
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z disc
Definition
center region of the i band containing the protein nebulin that anchors the thin filaments (actin)
Term
h zone
Definition
lighter region in the center of each a band lacking thin filaments when the muscle fiber is relaxed
Term
sarcoplasmic reticulum
Definition
highly specialized smooth er of the muscle cells that form a network of tubules around each myofibril within muscle cell. regulates intracellular levels of calcium by storing calcium and releasing it when needed for muscle contraction. ther TERMINAL CISTERNAE of the sr are the end sacs that abutt the t tubules.
Term
sarcomere
Definition
a myofibril segment from z disc to z disc aka the contractile unit.
Term
sliding filament model
Definition
proposed mech of contraction that states that during contraction the thin filament actin slide past the thick filmaent myosin so that they come closer together and then overlap. thick remains in place while actin movies
Term
cross bridges
Definition
i bands and h zones disappear during contraction due to sliding movement of actin. sliding is mediated by cross bridges (myosin heads) attaching, ratcheting, and detaching from actin filaments.
Term
when intracell calcium levels are low
Definition
tropomyosin blocks the myosin binding site of actin, so the crossbridges are inactive.
Term
when calcium is released
Definition
calcium, released from the sarcoplasmic reticulum upon stimulation of the muscle, binds to troponin C. which undergoes a conformational change that allows the myosin cross bridges to attach to actin and undergo the sliding filament mechanism.
Term
neuromuscular junction
Definition
comprised of synapses. junction of a motor neuron with its branched axonal terminal and skeletal muscle cell or cardiac muscle cell. site where release of Ach by a motor neuron stimulates muscle fiber contraction
Term
motor end plate
Definition
specialized folded area of the muscle fiber sarcolemma at the nm junction. aka POST synaptic cleft. contains Ach receptors that Ach binds to, causing them to open. ach receptors are cation channels
Term
synaptic cleft
Definition
space between the motor neuron and the motor nueron end plate into which ach is released
Term
synaptic vesicles
Definition
present in the motor neuron axonal ending. containg the excitatory neurotrans ach which is released into the synaptic cleft by exocytosis.
Term
ach esterase
Definition
enzyme present in the nm junction synaptic cleft that cleaves ach. this prevents continues muslce contraction
Term
steps of AP 1-4
Definition
1. electrical signal (AP) in motor neuron travels to the axon terminal
2. calcium enters the axon terminal
3. stimulates ach release from synaptic vesicles in the axon terminal
4. ach diffuses thru synaptic cleft, binds to ach receptors on motor endplate of sarcolemma.
Term
steps of AP 5-7
Definition
ach binding to ach receptors allows Na+ intry into the skeletal muscle cell ( and K+ out) which causes a change in the sarcolemma membrane potential (depolarization) aka the end plate potential.
6. voltage sensitive Na+ channels open
7. leads to AP along sarcolemma of muscle cell -> -> -> muscle contraction
Term
Action Potential
Definition
al electrical impulse generated by a rpid influx of Na+ into a cell, resulting the depolarization of the membrane above the threshold level. Ach receptors open, post synaptic membrane depolarizes, causing a change in membrane potential (the AP)
Term
2 electrical signals for skeletal muscle contraction
Definition
one that triggers release of ach from presynaptic neuron terminal

and one that on the sarcolemma that triggers muscle cell contraction.
Term
excitation or contractino coupling
Definition
the sequence of events by which transmission of an AP along the sacrolemma leads to the sliding of the myofilaments which results in a muscle contraction
Term
motor unit
Definition
motor neuron and all the msucle fibers it innervates. may be comprised of a few or many muscle fibers depending on the muscle type
Term
muscle tone
Definition
slightly contracted state of muscles even when not in use. spinal reflex response to activation of stretch receptors that activate a motor unit. keeps muslce firm, ready to respond. stabilize joints and maintin posture.
Term
desription of cardiac muscle
Definition
straited, but different than skeletal due to branching cells. involuntary! cardiomyocites contain large mitochon for constant energy. uni or binucleate. less uniform myofibrils. endomysium attached to the fibrous covering of the heart. has no peri or epimysium.
Term
nercalated discs of cardiac muscle
Definition
junctions between cardiac muscle fibers containing desmesomes and gap junctions. help coordinate cardiac muslce cell contraction
Term
cardiac muscle cell ocntraction
Definition
similar to skeletal in that the sr releases calcium, uses sliding filament mech, has troponin C regulationg, etc. ANS signal may excite (neurotrans) or inhibit (Ach). speed of contraction is slower. display autorhythmicity (spont firing of some cells).
Term
description of smooth muscle
Definition
makes up walls of hollow organs. ex: GI Tract, arteries. small spindle shaped cells with single nuclei. not striated. have actin and myosin attached to dense bodies (aka no myofibrils!). sliding filament mechanism (with myofilaments). uses calmudin not troponin for calcium regulatied contraction.
Term
diffused junctions of smooth muscle
Definition
junctions where axons terminal from the ANS make contact on the smooth muscle. no motor end plate. neurotrans released from and neuron terminal into wide synaptic cleft.. diffused to receptors on the smooth muscle cells.
Term
neurotransmitters of the smooth muscle
Definition
norepinephrine, epinephrine, and Ach.
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