Musculoskeletal System Notes review

Front

What are tendons?

Back

Rope-like structures that attach muscles to bones.

Front

What type of joint allows for rotational movement around a single axis?

Back

Pivot joint.

Front

What type of joint allows for a wide range of motion in multiple directions?

Back

Ball and socket joint.

Front

What type of muscle is found in the stomach and intestines?

Back

Smooth muscle.

Front

What is a joint?

Back

A place where two bones meet.

Front

What is the function of ligaments?

Back

To connect bones to other bones at a joint.

Front

What are the three types of muscle tissue?

Back

Skeletal, smooth, and cardiac muscle.

Front

What is the role of the skeletal system?

Back

To provide structure, support, and protection to the body.

Front

What is the difference between a hinge joint and a ball and socket joint?

Back

A hinge joint allows movement in one direction (like a door), while a ball and socket joint allows movement in multiple directions.

Front

What is the primary function of skeletal muscles?

Back

To facilitate movement by contracting and pulling on bones.