Muscular System

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What do muscles give us?

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Muscles give us shape and help us maintain good posture.

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What is a voluntary muscle?

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A voluntary muscle is one that you have control over.

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What happens when a muscle contracts?

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When a muscle contracts, it gets shorter.

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How do muscles work?

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Muscles always work in pairs.

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What is an involuntary muscle?

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An involuntary muscle is one that moves on its own, like the heart.

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What is the main function of the muscular system?

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The main function of the muscular system is to allow movement of the body.

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What are skeletal muscles?

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Skeletal muscles are muscles that are attached to bones and help in voluntary movements.

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What are smooth muscles?

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Smooth muscles are involuntary muscles found in organs like the stomach and intestines.

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What is the role of cardiac muscle?

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Cardiac muscle is an involuntary muscle that makes up the heart and pumps blood.

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What is muscle fatigue?

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Muscle fatigue is the temporary inability of a muscle to perform effectively due to overuse.