Table of contents

1. Introduction to Anatomy & Physiology5h 43m
2. Cell Chemistry & Cell Components12h 36m
3. Energy & Cell Processes10h 6m
4. Tissues & Histology10h 3m
5. Integumentary System2h 20m
6. Bones & Skeletal Tissue2h 16m
7. The Skeletal System2h 35m
8. Joints2h 17m
9. Muscle Tissue2h 33m
10. Muscles1h 11m
11. Nervous Tissue and Nervous System1h 35m
12. The Central Nervous System1h 6m
- Introduction to the Central Nervous System
  18m
- The Cerebrum
  48m
13. The Peripheral Nervous System1h 26m
14. The Autonomic Nervous System1h 38m
15. The Special Senses2h 41m
16. The Endocrine System2h 48m
17. The Blood3h 22m
18. The Heart3h 42m
19. The Blood Vessels3h 35m
20. The Lymphatic System3h 16m
21. The Immune System14h 37m
22. The Respiratory System3h 20m
23. The Digestive System2h 5m
24. Metabolism and Nutrition4h 0m
25. The Urinary System2h 39m
26. Fluid and Electrolyte Balance, Acid Base Balance37m
27. The Reproductive System2h 5m
28. Human Development1h 21m
29. Heredity3h 32m

4. Tissues & Histology

Introduction to Muscle Tissue

Anatomy & Physiology

4. Tissues & Histology

Introduction to Muscle Tissue

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Why is the tongue often considered a muscle with exceptional strength endurance?

It is the largest muscle in the human body.

It performs continuous, repetitive movements throughout the day without tiring.

It contains more mitochondria than any other muscle.

It is composed of smooth muscle fibers that never fatigue.

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Understand the anatomy of the tongue: The tongue is primarily composed of skeletal muscle fibers, not smooth muscle fibers. Skeletal muscles are voluntary muscles, meaning they are under conscious control, and they are capable of performing repetitive movements.

Analyze the function of the tongue: The tongue is involved in various activities such as speaking, chewing, swallowing, and maintaining oral hygiene. These activities require continuous, repetitive movements throughout the day.

Consider the endurance of the tongue: The tongue's ability to perform these movements without tiring is due to its rich blood supply and high density of mitochondria in its muscle cells. Mitochondria are responsible for producing energy (ATP) through cellular respiration, which supports sustained activity.

Clarify the misconception about size: The tongue is not the largest muscle in the human body. The largest muscle is the gluteus maximus, located in the buttocks. The tongue's strength endurance is not related to its size but to its functional design and energy production capabilities.

Conclude with the correct answer: The tongue is considered a muscle with exceptional strength endurance because it performs continuous, repetitive movements throughout the day without tiring, supported by its structural and metabolic adaptations.