Multiple Choice
In skeletal muscle anatomy, what structure attaches a muscle to a bone?
10. Muscles
Origin and Insertion
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A skeletal muscle is most commonly attached to bone by which structure?
A
Cartilage pads at the ends of bones
B
Adipose tissue that cushions the muscle belly
C
Tendons composed of dense regular connective tissue
D
Ligaments composed of elastic connective tissue
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Understand the role of skeletal muscle attachments: Skeletal muscles connect to bones to facilitate movement, and this connection is typically made through specialized structures.
Identify the types of connective tissues involved: Tendons and ligaments are both connective tissues, but they serve different functions. Tendons connect muscle to bone, while ligaments connect bone to bone.
Recall the composition of tendons: Tendons are made of dense regular connective tissue, which is strong and able to withstand the tension generated by muscle contractions.
Consider the other options: Cartilage pads cushion joints but do not attach muscles to bones; adipose tissue cushions but does not connect; ligaments connect bones, not muscles to bones.
Conclude that the structure most commonly attaching skeletal muscle to bone is the tendon, due to its composition and function.
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