A&P First Semester Review

Front

What is the name of the outer membrane that surrounds bones?

Back

periosteum

Front

What is a crossbridge?

Back

Where myosin binds to actin

Front

Ligaments and tendons typically heal ____ compared to ____.

Back

slower, bone

Front

What is the central nervous system made up of?

Back

brain and spinal cord

Front

What is abduction in anatomical terms?

Back

Movement away from the midline of the body.

Front

What is the function of ligaments?

Back

Connect bone to bone and provide stability to joints.

Front

What is the role of tendons?

Back

Connect muscle to bone and transmit force.

Front

What is the primary function of the skeletal system?

Back

Support, protect organs, and facilitate movement.

Front

What is the difference between compact bone and spongy bone?

Back

Compact bone is dense and forms the outer layer, while spongy bone is lighter and contains marrow.

Front

What is the role of calcium in muscle contraction?

Back

Calcium binds to troponin, allowing myosin to bind to actin.