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Differentiate between muscle twitch and tetanus.

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**Step-by-Step Solution:** 1. **Definition of Muscle Twitch:** - A muscle twitch is defined as an involuntary contraction of muscle fibers. It occurs when a motor neuron stimulates a muscle fiber, leading to a brief and rapid contraction. 2. **Causes of Muscle Twitch:** - Muscle twitches can be caused by various factors, including nerve stimulation, fatigue, or damage to the nerves. They are typically harmless and can occur in various muscles of the body. ...
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MODERN PUBLICATION-LOCOMOTION AND MOVEMENT-REVISION EXERCISES (SHORT ANSWER QUESTIONS)
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  2. What is synovial joint? With the help of one example for each, point o...

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  3. Differentiate between muscle twitch and tetanus.

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  4. What is the role of calcium ions in muscle contraction ?

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  5. What makes the synovial joint freely movable ? List any two of synov...

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  6. What causes muscle fatigue ? How is it removed?

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  7. Humans have 3 kinds of ribs. Name these with examples.

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  8. Give two difference between rheumatoid arthritis and gouty arthritis

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  9. What is osteoporosis? Name two factors responsible for this condition.

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  10. What is a joint ? Write its type with examples.

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  11. Write briefly the biological importance of the following : (a) Myogl...

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  12. Which neurotransmitter causes depolarization of muscle fibre? What is ...

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  13. How are thick and thin filaments arranged in a muscle fibre ?

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  14. Elucidate the types of movements found among the animals.

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  15. Answer the following briefly : (a) How does the muscle shorten duri...

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  16. What is synovial joint? With the help of one example for each, point o...

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  17. Give a summary of the electrical and biochemical events that occur i...

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  18. Why are movement and locomotion necessary among the animals?

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  19. Define sliding filament theory of muscle contraction.

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  20. Explain the initiation of muscle contraction. What is the role of sa...

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