BTEC Sport Skeletal & Muscular System Retrieval

Identify the examples of a fibrous joint:

• Thoracic Spine

• Cranium

• Lumbar Spine

• Shoulder Girdle

• Sacrum & Coccyx

Identify the examples of a cartilaginous joint:

• Thoracic Spine

• Cranium

• Lumbar Spine

• Shoulder Girdle

• Sacrum & Coccyx

What is an isometric contraction?

• Muscle shortens under tension

• Muscle lengthens under tension

• Muscle stays the same length under tension

What is a concentric contraction?

• Muscle shortens under tension

• Muscle lengthens under tension

• Muscle stays the same length under tension

Which muscle contraction acts as a brake, working against gravity?

• Eccentric

• Concentric

• Isometric

Identify the best sporting examples of an isometric contraction:

• Gymnast holding the crucifix position on the rings

• A cricketer throwing a ball

• A rock climber holding their position on a wall/rock face

• A basketballer jumping high to get a rebound

Identify the main functions of flat bones:

• Protection of vital organs

• Provides a site for muscle attachment

• Red Blood Cell Production

• Weight Bearing

• Shock absorption / Stability

Identify the main functions of short bones:

• Protection of vital organs

• Provides a site for muscle attachment

• Red Blood Cell Production

• Weight Bearing

• Shock absorption / Stability

Identify the main functions of long bones:

• Protection of vital organs

• Weight Bearing

• Red Blood Cell Production

• Movement

• Support

Skeletal Muscle is Voluntary - True or False?

• True

• False