Contraction That Increases Muscle Tone but Does Not Produce Movement

question 35

Multiple Choice

Contraction that increases muscle tone but does not produce movement is called

• A) tetany
• B) isotonic
• C) treppe
• D) twitch
• E) isometric

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Definitions:

Diabetes

A chronic disease characterized by elevated levels of blood glucose (sugar) resulting from defects in insulin production, insulin action, or both.

Fatty Acids

Long hydrocarbon chains that are a major component of fats, important as sources of energy and in cell membrane structure.

Skeletal Muscles

Muscles attached to bones by tendons that are responsible for voluntary movements in the body.

Ligament

Fibrous connective tissue that connects bones to other bones, providing stability and support to joints.