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each muscle fiber or cell is innervated (forms a synapse with) by only …

Question

each muscle fiber or cell is innervated (forms a synapse with) by only one motor neuron.
the actual group of muscle fibers in a muscle innervated by a single motor neuron is referred to as what?
a.) cross bridge
b.) muscle tension
c.) motor unit
d.) fascicle

Explanation:

Brief Explanations

A motor unit is defined as a single motor neuron and all the muscle fibers it innervates. A cross - bridge is a part of the muscle contraction mechanism (interaction between actin and myosin). Muscle tension is the force exerted by a muscle. A fascicle is a bundle of muscle fibers.

Answer:

C. Motor Unit