The Correct Spelling of the Term for a Crescent-Shaped Cartilaginous

question 24

Multiple Choice

The correct spelling of the term for a crescent-shaped cartilaginous structure in the knee is:

• A)miniskus.
• B)menescus.
• C)menisgus.
• D)miniscus.
• E)meniscus.

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Definitions:

Power Strokes

Power strokes are the force-generating steps in the cycle of motor proteins, such as those involved in muscle contraction and cellular motility.

Neuromuscular Junction

Specialized synapse between a motor neuron and a muscle fiber.

Presynaptic Terminal

The end of a neuron where neurotransmitters are stored before being released across the synapse to another neuron.

Synaptic Cleft

The narrow gap between the terminal end of a neuron and the neighboring neuron or muscle cell, across which neurotransmitters can send signals.