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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What are the series elastic components of muscle?

Actin and myosin filaments

Tendons and connective tissue

Mitochondria

Sarcoplasmic reticulum

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Begin by understanding the concept of series elastic components in muscle physiology. These components are structures that contribute to the elasticity of muscle, allowing it to stretch and recoil.

Recognize that series elastic components are typically non-contractile elements that are aligned in series with the contractile elements of muscle fibers.

Identify the structures that serve as series elastic components. Tendons and connective tissue are key examples, as they connect muscle to bone and provide elasticity during muscle contraction and relaxation.

Differentiate between contractile elements like actin and myosin filaments, which are responsible for muscle contraction, and non-contractile elements like tendons and connective tissue, which provide elasticity.

Understand that mitochondria and the sarcoplasmic reticulum are involved in energy production and calcium storage/release, respectively, and do not function as series elastic components.