Curated OER
Sensory and Motor Mechanisms
Advanced biology pupils name the function of each individual structure on figures of the eye and the ear. They describe the purpose of the skeleton and how it works with the muscles to create movement. Finally, they label a large diagram...
Curated OER
The Animal Body and How it Moves
Spark interest in the body structure of vertebrates with this comprehensive and colorful worksheet. Your biology class will explore the levels of organization, primary tissue types, and the main organ systems. Finally, they hone in on...
Open Curriculum
Open Curriculum: Muscular System
In this resource, students learn the major role of the muscular system, about muscle fibers, the role of ATP and calcium in muscle contraction, how muscles move bones, and how muscles respond to aerobic and anaerobic exercise.
CK-12 Foundation
Ck 12: Episd: Muscle Contraction
[Free Registration/Login may be required to access all resource tools.] Find out how the sliding filament theory explains the way muscles contract.
CK-12 Foundation
Ck 12: Biology: Muscle Contraction
[Free Registration/Login may be required to access all resource tools.] Describes how muscles contract according to the sliding filament theory.
Other
Get Body Smart: Muscle Fiber Anatomy & Muscle Contraction Physiology
Brought to you by Get Body Smart, students can learn about muscle fiber anatomy and muscle contraction physiology through this easy-to-access tutorial. Sections include Fiber Location and Composition, Nerve Supply to Muscle Fibers,...
San Diego State University
Actin Myosin Crossbridge 3 D Animation
This animation will complement the diagrams of muscle function in advanced level texts. A good visualization of the process.
WebMD
Medicine Net: Tetanus
This site from MedicineNet.com provide the reader with great information on the fatal disease of the nervous system known as tetanus. Links are provided throughout for additional information on related subject. The article is fairly...
Untamed Science
Untamed Science: Human Biology: Musculatory System
Learn about the three types of muscle tissue, how a muscle contracts, and how muscles are adapted for exercise. [3:40]
OpenStax
Open Stax: Interactions of Skeletal Muscles
This site rpovides information regarding the interactions of skeletal muscles, including their fascicle arrangement and their lever systems.
CK-12 Foundation
Ck 12: Biology: Muscular System Study Guide
Review the structure and function of the human body's muscular system.
Exploratorium
Exploratorium: Traits of Life: How Does a Muscle Work? [Pdf]
Poster illustrates how muscles turn energy into movement.