Asked by juana Santoyo on Jun 27, 2024

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What is a fascicle of a skeletal muscle?

A) A layer of connective tissue surrounding an entire skeletal muscle
B) A contractile unit of a myofibril
C) An inward extension of the sarcolemma through the muscle fiber
D) A bundle of skeletal muscle fibers
E) A motor neuron and all of the muscle fibers that it innervates

Fascicle

A bundle of skeletal muscle fibers surrounded by connective tissue, forming part of a muscle.

Skeletal Muscle

A variety of muscle tissue connected to the skeletal system, which facilitates the intentional movements of the body.

Connective Tissue

Type of biological tissue with functions that include providing support and structure for organs and the body as a whole.

  • Acknowledge skeletal muscle as an integral part of the muscular system and its levels of organization.
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Jaydegreene RichmondJun 28, 2024
Final Answer :
D
Explanation :
A fascicle of a skeletal muscle is a bundle of skeletal muscle fibers. It is surrounded by a layer of connective tissue called the perimysium and multiple fascicles make up the entire muscle.