Muscular System

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What is the muscular system?

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The muscular system is a group of tissues in the body that enables movement through the contraction of muscles.

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What do muscle cells need to produce energy?

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Muscle cells need food and oxygen to produce energy.

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Which body system helps muscle cells get oxygen?

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The respiratory system helps muscle cells get oxygen.

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What is the role of the nervous system in muscle function?

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The nervous system controls muscle movements, both voluntary (like moving arms) and involuntary (like heartbeats).

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How do pairs of skeletal muscles work together?

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One muscle in the pair contracts while the other stretches.

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What waste gas do muscle cells produce during cellular respiration?

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Muscle cells produce carbon dioxide as a waste gas during cellular respiration.

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Which body system helps to breathe out carbon dioxide?

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The respiratory system helps to breathe out carbon dioxide.

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What body system helps muscle cells get food?

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The digestive system helps muscle cells get food.

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What is the function of the cardiovascular system in relation to muscles?

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The cardiovascular system transports oxygen and nutrients to muscle cells and removes waste products.

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What are skeletal muscles?

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Skeletal muscles are muscles attached to bones that enable voluntary movement.