Asked by Hamad Fakhro on Jul 31, 2024
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Which of the following is NOT true of skeletal muscle?
A) Skeletal muscle is the only type of muscle tissue that is voluntary.
B) Skeletal muscle is the only type of muscle tissue that is multinucleated.
C) Skeletal muscle is responsible for posture, breathing, and heat production.
D) All skeletal muscles are attached directly to the bones of the skeleton by means of tendons.
E) All of these are true of skeletal muscle.
Skeletal Muscle
A type of striated muscle tissue that is voluntarily controlled, responsible for movement of the skeleton.
Posture
The position or arrangement of the body and its limbs, either in motion or when standing still.
Breathing
Breathing is the physiological process of taking air into the lungs and expelling it, essential for respiration and oxygen intake.
- Explain the physiological roles of different types of muscle tissues in the human body.
- Describe the significance of muscle tissue attachments and the concept of voluntariness in muscle function.
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Rubin NguyenAug 07, 2024
Final Answer :
D
Explanation :
Skeletal muscles are primarily attached to bones through tendons, but not all skeletal muscles attach directly to bones. Some skeletal muscles attach to other structures, such as the skin (e.g., the muscles in the face).
Learning Objectives
- Explain the physiological roles of different types of muscle tissues in the human body.
- Describe the significance of muscle tissue attachments and the concept of voluntariness in muscle function.