BME 235 Quiz 9.4 test
questions and answers 2025
twitch
cycle of contraction and relaxation when stimulus is at threshold or higher
threshold
minimum voltage necessary to generate an action potential in the muscle
fiber
- 7-100 ms in duration
twitches vary in strength
factors:
- length
- fatigue
- temperature
- hydration level
- stimulation frequency and magnitude
latent period
questions and answers 2025
twitch
cycle of contraction and relaxation when stimulus is at threshold or higher
threshold
minimum voltage necessary to generate an action potential in the muscle
fiber
- 7-100 ms in duration
twitches vary in strength
factors:
- length
- fatigue
- temperature
- hydration level
- stimulation frequency and magnitude
latent period