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There are two neurons involved in a neuron-neuron synapse. Which neuron is responsible for sending the message from its axon terminal to the next neuron?

True or False: At rest, the inside of an axon is more negative than the outside.

True or False: The light band of a striation is caused by the A bands of a sarcomere.

The latissimus dorsi is a large back muscle that originates from the iliac crest, thoracic vertebrae, and lumbar vertebrae. It inserts as a tendon into the proximal humerus. Which of the following are functions of the latissimus dorsi?

True or False: Dendrites and cell bodies can generate an action potential.

What is the correct term for the modified smooth ER that surrounds each myofibril?

The ____________________ muscle provides most of the force required for movement. It spans the joint needing to be moved and is also called the prime mover.

True or False: Titin is a type of thick filament.

True or False: Groups of cell bodies located within the PNS are called ganglia.

True or False: When muscles undergo hypertrophy, they increase the number of myofibrils in a muscle fiber, which causes the diameter of the muscle to increase.