Biology 9700 · AS & A Level · Control and coordination in mammals

Control and coordination in mammals — practice question

Fig. 7.1 illustrates a neuromuscular junction in a mammal.
(a(i))[2]

For Fig. 7.1, use label lines and letters to identify each of the following parts: A - an area that contains only actin. B - an area that contains both actin and myosin.

(a(ii))[4]

Outline how the arrival of an action potential at this neuromuscular junction can lead to depolarisation of the sarcolemma.

(b)[4]

Table 7.1 contains some of the events that occur during muscle contraction. They are not in the right order. Complete Table 7.2 to show the correct order of the events. Two of the events have already been completed for you.

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