Muscles with fibers that run parallel to the long axis of the body are called
A) parallel.
B) convergent.
C) circular.
D) pennate.
E) sphincters.
Answer: A
You might also like to view...
Which of the following best describes the term Z line?
A) protein that accounts for elasticity of resting muscle B) repeating unit of striated myofibrils C) storage site for calcium ions D) thin filaments are anchored here E) largely made of myosin molecules
The dominant cerebral hemisphere of the brain
A) is for emotional status. B) is for interpretation of art and music. C) performs analytical tasks. D) controls vital functions such as blood pressure and heart rate. E) controls emotions.
These capillaries may be lined with phagocytes that can extend their process into the plasma to catch "prey."
A) fenestrations B) anastomoses C) thoroughfare channels D) sinusoids
While playing soccer, Maria sustained an injury in which she over-stretched some of the ligaments in her left knee. No bones or muscles were injured. It would be correct to describe her knee injury as a sprain, and not a strain
a. true b. false