types of joints
What type of joint allows movement in only one direction, like your knee or elbow?
Hinge joint
Which part of the brain controls thinking and memory?
Cerebrum
What is it called when a bone breaks or cracks?
A fracture
Where can smooth muscles be found?
In the digestive system
What is the function of muscles?
To give power and some strength to the human body
What type of joint allows movement in many directions, such as in your shoulder?
Ball-and-socket joint
What is your brain sometimes called?
The command center
What is a condition where joints become inflamed and can cause pain and stiffness?
Arthritis
What do skeletal muscles do?
Attach to bones and help the body move
What is the function of bones?
To have the human body stay up right and be protected
What structures help hold joints together and connect bones to muscles?
Tendons and ligaments
Which part of the brain controls balance and coordination?
Cerebellum
What is it called when a bone falls out of a joint?
Dislocation
What does cardiac muscle do?
Pumps blood by making the heart beat
What does bone marrow do?
Body’s primary blood making area and helps with the immune system
What do tendons do?
They are a tissue that connects bone to muscle
This part of the brain controls breathing and heart rate.
The brain stem
What mineral is especially important for keeping bones strong and preventing bone disorders?
Calcium
What is the muscle found in your leg above your knee?
Quadriceps
What is the purpose of calcium?
To strengthen the bones or help heal them
What role does cartilage play in joints?
It cushions bones and reduces friction
How does the brain send messages to the rest of the body?
Through the spinal cord and nerves
What can happen to bone health if a person does not get enough calcium over time?
Bones can become weak, brittle, and more likely to fracture
What is the muscle found in your arm behind your bicep?
Triceps
What is the function of a joint?
To have the human body be able to move in the correct fashion