Muscular System Review

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What is the primary function of the muscular system?

Back

The primary function of the muscular system is to facilitate movement of the body and maintain posture.

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What are the three types of muscles in the human body?

Back

The three types of muscles are cardiac muscle, skeletal muscle, and smooth muscle.

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What is the role of tendons in the muscular system?

Back

Tendons connect muscles to bones, allowing for movement when muscles contract.

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What type of muscle is responsible for involuntary movements in the heart?

Back

Cardiac muscle is responsible for involuntary movements in the heart.

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What is the difference between skeletal muscle and smooth muscle?

Back

Skeletal muscle is under voluntary control and is striated, while smooth muscle is involuntary and non-striated.

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Define flexion in terms of joint movement.

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Flexion is a joint movement that decreases the angle between two body parts.

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What is the function of smooth muscle?

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Smooth muscle controls involuntary movements in organs such as the intestines and blood vessels.

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How does skeletal muscle contribute to body movement?

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Skeletal muscle contracts to pull on bones, creating movement at joints.

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What is the significance of the striations in skeletal muscle?

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Striations in skeletal muscle indicate the organized arrangement of muscle fibers, allowing for precise control of movement.

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What is the role of the muscular system in maintaining posture?

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The muscular system helps maintain posture by continuously adjusting muscle tension to keep the body upright.