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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Problem 17

Textbook Question

Mrs. Delancy went to the local meat market and bought a beef tenderloin (cut from the loin, the region along the steer's caudal vertebral column) and some tripe (cow's stomach). What type of muscle was she preparing to eat in each case?

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Identify the anatomical regions mentioned in the problem: the loin (along the caudal vertebral column) and the stomach. The loin is part of the skeletal system, while the stomach is part of the digestive system.

Understand the types of muscle tissue in the body: skeletal muscle, smooth muscle, and cardiac muscle. Skeletal muscle is voluntary and striated, smooth muscle is involuntary and non-striated, and cardiac muscle is involuntary and striated.

Determine the type of muscle in the beef tenderloin. Since the loin is part of the skeletal system and is responsible for voluntary movement, the muscle in the beef tenderloin is skeletal muscle.

Determine the type of muscle in the tripe (cow's stomach). The stomach is part of the digestive system, which uses involuntary contractions to move food. Therefore, the muscle in the tripe is smooth muscle.

Summarize the findings: Mrs. Delancy is preparing skeletal muscle when cooking the beef tenderloin and smooth muscle when cooking the tripe.

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Key Concepts

Here are the essential concepts you must grasp in order to answer the question correctly.

Skeletal Muscle

Skeletal muscle is a type of striated muscle tissue that is under voluntary control, primarily responsible for the movement of bones and the body. It is composed of long, cylindrical fibers that contract to produce movement. In the context of beef tenderloin, this muscle type is what provides the meat's texture and is known for its tenderness due to its location and the way it is used by the animal.

Smooth Muscle

Smooth muscle is a type of non-striated muscle tissue that is involuntary and found in the walls of hollow organs, such as the stomach and intestines. It is responsible for involuntary movements such as peristalsis and the regulation of blood flow. In the case of tripe, the muscle is smooth muscle, which helps in the digestion process within the cow's stomach.

Muscle Classification

Muscle classification refers to the categorization of muscle types based on their structure and function. The three main types are skeletal, smooth, and cardiac muscle. Understanding this classification is essential for identifying the type of muscle present in different cuts of meat, as it influences the texture, flavor, and cooking methods suitable for each type.