Home
Class 11
BIOLOGY
Discuss of role of Ca^(2+) ions in muscl...

Discuss of role of `Ca^(2+)` ions in muscle contraction. Draw a neat sketch to illustrate your answer

Text Solution

AI Generated Solution

### Step-by-Step Solution 1. **Introduction to Muscle Contraction**: - Muscle contraction is a complex process that involves the interaction of various proteins and ions. Calcium ions (Ca²⁺) play a crucial role in initiating and regulating this process. 2. **Role of Calcium Ions**: - When a muscle fiber is stimulated by a nerve impulse, calcium ions are released from the sarcoplasmic reticulum into the cytoplasm of the muscle cell. - The increase in Ca²⁺ concentration in the cytoplasm is the trigger for muscle contraction. ...
Promotional Banner

Topper's Solved these Questions

  • SAMPLE QUESTION PAPER 5

    ICSE|Exercise Part - II Section - B |15 Videos
  • SAMPLE QUESTION PAPER 4

    ICSE|Exercise Part - II Section - C |9 Videos
  • SEED DORMANCY

    ICSE|Exercise REVIEW QUESTIONS (VI Long Answer Type Questions)|10 Videos

Similar Questions

Explore conceptually related problems

Discuss the role of Ca^(2+) ions in muscle contractions. Draw neat sketches to illustrate your answer.

The role of calcium in muscle contraction is :

ions that play a role in muscle contraction are

Which of the following ions help in muscle contraction ?

Which ions are involved in muscle contraction ?

Discuss in brief the sliding theory of muscle contraction.

Calcium ions bring about muscle contraction through

What are forced vibrations ? Give one example to illustrate your answer.

Chemical ions responsible for muscle contraction are

Describe the following: Synapsis Draw a diagram to illustrate your answer.