Sistema Muscular

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What is the primary function of the muscular system?

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

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How many types of muscles are there in the human body?

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There are three types of muscles in the human body: skeletal, smooth, and cardiac.

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What is the role of skeletal muscles?

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Skeletal muscles are responsible for voluntary movements and are attached to bones.

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Where are smooth muscles found?

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Smooth muscles are found in the walls of internal organs such as the stomach, intestines, and blood vessels.

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What is the function of cardiac muscle?

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Cardiac muscle is responsible for pumping blood throughout the body and is found only in the heart.

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How do muscles work in pairs?

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Muscles work in pairs by contracting and relaxing; when one muscle contracts, the other relaxes to create movement.

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What is muscle contraction?

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Muscle contraction is the process where muscle fibers shorten and generate force.

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What is the role of tendons in the muscular system?

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Tendons connect muscles to bones and help transmit the force generated by muscles to move the bones.

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How does the nervous system interact with the muscular system?

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The nervous system sends signals to muscles to contract, enabling movement and coordination.

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What is muscle fatigue?

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Muscle fatigue is the decline in ability of a muscle to generate force, often due to prolonged activity.