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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Multiple Choice

A myogram is a tracing of which type of activity?

Nerve impulse

Muscle contraction

Blood flow

Bone growth

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Understand the term 'myogram': A myogram is a graphical representation or tracing of muscular activity, typically recorded using specialized equipment to measure muscle contractions.

Identify the physiological process being measured: Muscle contraction involves the shortening of muscle fibers due to the sliding filament mechanism, which is triggered by nerve impulses and calcium ion release.

Eliminate incorrect options: Nerve impulse refers to electrical signals in neurons, blood flow pertains to circulatory dynamics, and bone growth involves osteogenesis, none of which are directly traced by a myogram.

Focus on the correct option: Muscle contraction is the activity directly recorded in a myogram, as it captures the force and duration of muscle fiber activity during contraction.

Relate the concept to practical applications: Myograms are used in research and clinical settings to study muscle function, diagnose neuromuscular disorders, and assess rehabilitation progress.