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

9. Muscle Tissue

Introduction to Muscles and Muscle Tissue

Anatomy & Physiology

9. Muscle Tissue

Introduction to Muscles and Muscle Tissue

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Multiple Choice

Which of the following best describes the insertion of a muscle?

The attachment site on the bone that remains stationary during contraction

The connective tissue covering surrounding the entire muscle

The central region of the muscle where contraction occurs

The attachment site on the bone that moves when the muscle contracts

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Understand the concept of muscle anatomy: Muscles are attached to bones at two points, known as the origin and insertion. The origin is the fixed attachment, while the insertion is the movable attachment.

Define the term 'insertion': The insertion of a muscle refers to the point where the muscle attaches to the bone that moves during contraction.

Differentiate between origin and insertion: The origin remains stationary during muscle contraction, while the insertion moves as the muscle contracts to produce movement.

Relate the insertion to muscle function: When a muscle contracts, it pulls on the insertion point, causing the associated bone to move. This is a key principle in understanding how muscles facilitate movement.

Review the options provided: The correct answer is the attachment site on the bone that moves when the muscle contracts, as this best describes the insertion of a muscle.