ORE Skeletal and Muscular System

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What are cardiac muscles?

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Cardiac muscles are specialized muscles found only in the heart that help pump blood throughout the body.

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Where is the rib cage located?

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The rib cage is located in the upper body and surrounds the chest area, protecting vital organs like the heart and lungs.

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What type of muscle can we control?

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The type of muscle we can control is called voluntary muscle.

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What is the main function of the muscular system?

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The muscular system allows movement of bones and helps maintain posture.

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What happens to a muscle when it contracts?

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When a muscle contracts, it gets shorter.

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What are involuntary muscles?

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Involuntary muscles are muscles that we cannot control, such as those found in the heart and digestive system.

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What is the role of the skeletal system?

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The skeletal system provides structure to the body, protects vital organs, and allows movement in conjunction with the muscular system.

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How do muscles and bones work together?

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Muscles pull on bones to create movement; when a muscle contracts, it pulls on the bone it is attached to.

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What is the difference between voluntary and involuntary muscles?

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Voluntary muscles are under our control (like arm muscles), while involuntary muscles function automatically (like heart muscles).

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What protects the brain?

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The skull protects the brain.