6.6.4.1 - Sliding Filament Theory
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What are the two main types of filaments involved in muscle contraction?
💡 Hint: Think of the thin and thick filaments.
What is the basic unit of muscle contraction?
💡 Hint: It starts with 's' and is a functional unit.
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What is the primary function of myosin in muscle contraction?
💡 Hint: Think about which filament generates the pulling force.
Muscle contractions cease without ATP.
💡 Hint: Consider what happens to energy in muscle fibers.
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Analyze how the body would function without the sliding filament mechanism. Provide specific examples related to movement and muscle fatigue.
💡 Hint: Consider the role of muscle function in daily activities.
Design an experiment to measure the effect of calcium ion concentration on muscle contraction strength in a controlled environment.
💡 Hint: Remember to think about how different environments can affect muscle behavior.
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