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

Previous problemNext problem

Struggling with Anatomy & Physiology?

Join thousands of students who trust us to help them ace their exams!Watch the first video

Multiple Choice

Which term describes muscles with fibers that run parallel to the midline of the body?

Transversus

Rectus

Orbicularis

Oblique

Previous problemNext problem

Verified step by step guidance

Step 1: Understand the anatomical terminology used to describe muscle fiber orientation. 'Rectus' refers to muscle fibers that run straight or parallel to a reference point, such as the midline of the body.

Step 2: Compare the term 'Rectus' with other options provided. 'Transversus' refers to fibers that run perpendicular to the midline, 'Oblique' refers to fibers that run at an angle, and 'Orbicularis' refers to circular muscle fibers.

Step 3: Recognize that the term 'Rectus' is specifically used for muscles with fibers aligned parallel to the midline, such as the rectus abdominis muscle.

Step 4: Recall examples of muscles named based on their fiber orientation. For instance, the rectus abdominis muscle runs parallel to the midline, while the transversus abdominis runs perpendicular.

Step 5: Confirm that the correct term describing muscles with fibers parallel to the midline is 'Rectus,' based on anatomical conventions and definitions.