Biomechanics Quiz

What is biomechanics?

• The study of how the skeleton moves at its joints

• The study of how muscles exert force on bones

• The study of how the body moves during sports activities

• The study of how the body's organs function

Which type of joint allows the widest range of movement?

• Hinge joints

• Pivot joints

• Ball and socket joints

• Synovial joints

What is the purpose of cartilage in the joints?

• To reduce friction between bones

• To hold the bones in place

• To provide flexibility to the joints

• To produce synovial fluid

Which muscles are responsible for moving the forearm up and down?

• Biceps and triceps

• Quadriceps and hamstrings

• Deltoids and pectorals

• Gastrocnemius and soleus

Which joint allows rotation in addition to hinge-like movement?

• Elbow joint

• Knee joint

• Hip joint

• Shoulder joint

What are ligaments?

• Strong cord-like tissues that attach muscles to bones

• Tough and smooth tissues found at the ends of bones

• Strong cord-like tissues that hold bones in place

• Liquid that surrounds the ends of bones

Which type of joint is found in the neck?

• Hinge joint

• Pivot joint

• Ball and socket joint

• Synovial joint

What is the purpose of antagonistic muscles?

• To push bones back into place after contraction

• To provide stability to the joints

• To allow bones to move in multiple directions

• To work together to move bones

Which muscle possibly applies the greatest force in the body?

• Biceps

• Triceps

• Jaw muscle

• Quadriceps

What is the turning effect of a force called?

• Moment

• Friction

• Pivot

• Stress