Skeletal 1
What is one of the main functions of the skeletal system?
Supporting and protecting the body
Which type of muscle is attached to bones and allows voluntary movement?
Skeletal Muscle
Which bones make up the backbone?
Vertebrae
Which muscle group is located on the back of the upper leg?
Hamstrings
Which type of joint is found at the elbow?
Hinge
Approximately how many bones are in the adult human body?
206
Which type of muscle makes up the walls of the heart?
Cardiac
What is cartilage?
A strong, flexible connective tissue that cushions joints
Which muscle group is located on the front of the upper leg?
Quadriceps
What is the main function of ligaments?
Connect bone to bone
Which bone is the longest bone in the human body?
Femur
Which type of muscle is found in organs such as the stomach and intestines?
Smooth
What is a joint?
A place where two or more bones meet
Which muscle is located on the back of the upper arm?
Triceps
What is the main function of tendons?
connect muscle to bone
Which part of the skeleton protects the brain?
Skull
What does it mean when a muscle contracts?
It produces tension and usually shortens or changes its force.
Which type of joint allows the greatest range of movement?
Ball and socket joint
What is muscular endurance?
The ability of muscles to perform repeated contractions over time
What is the primary function of the muscular system?
To produce movement and help maintain posture
What is the main purpose of the rib cage?
Protect heart and lungs
Which muscle is primarily responsible for bending the elbow?
Biceps
Where is a ball-and-socket joint found?
Shoulder
What is muscular strength?
The ability of a muscle to exert force
How many major types of muscle tissue are found in the human body?
three