Across
- 1. 1 of 2 contractile proteins that make up a sarcomere, produces dense contractile filaments
- 5. Tissue which consists of cells that are specialized for generating and transmitting nerve impulses
- 8. Chemical released by neurons that may stimulate or inhibit other neurons
- 9. Responsible for the growth of bones during childhood and adolescence
- 10. A connective tissue that forms the skeleton
- 11. White, flexible connective tissue, forms outer part of the human nose
- 12. Connective tissue which connects bone to bone
- 14. Form and function of this tissue vary extensively but include support and energy storage
- 16. Amount of oxygen required after excerise to oxidize lactic acid in the body
- 17. 1 of 2 contractile proteins that make up a sarcomere, produces thin contractile filaments
- 18. Outermost layer of the skin
Down
- 2. Smallest unit of a muscle that can contract
- 3. Tissue which consists of cells that are specialized to shorten or contract
- 4. Junction or area of contact between 2 or more bones
- 6. Tissue which covers the bodies surface, forms glands and lines internal cavities
- 7. Connective tissue which connects muscle to bone
- 13. A constant and stable internal environment
- 15. Neutral nerve cell
