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  • BAB 1206: BASIC BIOCHEMISTRY

    Basic biochemistry module is designed to equip the learner with knowledge, skills and attitude to enable them to develop a good understanding of nutrition, conduct their research project, participate in nutrition and health related studies.

    The prerequisite modules include; Human anatomy and physiology, Principles of human nutrition, and physical sciences.  The module takes 60 contact hours: 37 hours for theory and 23 hours for practical. Learners undertaking this module will have both theory and practical assessments. Formative assessment will be in the form of continuous assessment tests, assignments, clinical and field assessments and promotional examination whereas summative assessment will be done in form of final qualifying examination.
  • a)  Introduction

    Muscles is a contractile tissue of animals and is derived from the muscle dermal layer of embrogonic germ cell. Muscle cells contain contractile filaments that moves past each other and change the size of the cell




    b) Unit Objectives

    By the end of this unit, the learner shall be able to;

    1. List the types and functions and muscles
    2. Describe the structure of muscles, contraction, biochemical and physical changes



    c) Unit Learning Requirements
    To proficiently complete this unit, you ought to make sure you spend quality time and purpose to;

      1. Carry out all tasks within the sections and subsections
      2. Participate in discussion forums as and when they are scheduled.
      3. Participate in chat sessions as and when they are scheduled.
      Learning requirements


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      •  Review Questions

        1. What are the mechanical and physiological functions of the skeletal system?

        2. Explain the biochemical reasoning behind muscle fatigue.

        3. Which cell type is specialized for contraction and generation of force?

        4. What are the 3 types of muscles?

        5. Tendons connect __________ to bone