Asked by Raquell Adedapo on Jun 11, 2024

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Which of the following actions is caused by contraction of skeletal muscle?

A) Contraction of the heart
B) Moving your feet in walking
C) Movement of food through the digestive tract
D) Emptying of the urinary bladder
E) Vasoconstriction

Skeletal Muscle

A type of striated muscle tissue which is attached to bones and is responsible for initiating and controlling voluntary movements.

Contraction

Contraction is the process of muscle fibers tightening or shortening, typically resulting in movement or the application of force.

Urinary Bladder

A muscular chamber that holds urine prior to its expulsion from the body.

  • Acknowledge the distinct muscle tissues that contribute to particular movements and functions within the body.
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Maggie McKuneJun 16, 2024
Final Answer :
B
Explanation :
Moving your feet in walking involves the contraction of skeletal muscles, which are under voluntary control and are responsible for movement of the body's bones and hence locomotion.