Quiz: The Sliding Filament Theory
Pearson Edexcel Level 3 Advanced GCE in Biology A (Salters-Nuffield) (9BN0)
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Building on what you've learned about muscles and movement basics, let's test your understanding of the Sliding Filament Theory!
What is the main role of calcium ions in the Sliding Filament Theory?
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Which of the following are involved in muscle contraction? (Select all that apply)
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During contraction, myosin heads attach to the {{blank0}} filaments and pull them towards the {{blank1}} of the sarcomere.
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Match the items on the left with their correct pairs on the right
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If one sarcomere shortens by 2 micrometres during contraction, what is the total shortening for 500 sarcomeres in series?
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What happens to the sarcomere length during muscle contraction?
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Which zones or bands of the sarcomere change during contraction? (Select all that apply)
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