Bones
What type of bone is the femur?
Long bone
Which type of joint only allows for flexion and extension?
Hinge joint
What is the role of tendons?
Attach bone to muscle
Where does gaseous exchange takes place in the lungs.
At the alveoli
How many chambers does the heart have?
4
What is the function of flat bones in sport
Protection of vital organs
Define a synovial joint
freely moveable joint
What type of contraction occurs when the muscle stays the same length despite being under tension
Isometric
What is the waste product, during diffusion in the alveoli?
Carbon Dioxide
What is the role of capillaries?
Blood vessels that allow gas exchange to happen.
Which are the 2 important minerals that are stored in the bones?
Calcium and Phosphorus
Define Dorsi-flexion
Movement at ankle where the toes are pulled towards the knee
What is the calf muscle called and spell it!
Gastrocnemius
What is Tidal Volume?
Amount of air which enters lung with a breath at rest. 500ml is average tidal volume. Same amount leave lungs at expiration.
What is Vasodilation?
Increasing the diameter of arteries to increase blood flow to tissues/muscles.
Name the 3 bones that form the ankle joint
Tibia, Fibula and Talus
Name all the movements that can occur with a Ball and Socket joint
Flexion, extension, abduction, adduction, rotation
Which are the antagonistic pairs when kicking a football?
Hamstrings and Quadriceps
Describe what happens to the diaphragm during inpiration?
Explain where blood is transported after leaving the vena cava?
Is transported to the lungs via pulmonary artery
Where are blood cells produce?
Bone marrow
Explain the role of the bursae?
Bursae are fluid-filled sacs that act as shock absorbers and cushions, allowing for smooth movement and reducing friction between moving parts.
State the 2 functions of the muscles
1.They primarily help us move.
2.They are partly responsible for our bodies shape and form (Posture).
3.They assist our body in maintaining body temperature.
Define haemoglobin and its function.
Is a protein, that gives blood its red pigment. Transporting oxygen in the blood.
Name the 3 characteristics/strcutures of veins.
No stretch, no pulse
Thin-walled.
Large lumen (internal diameter)
Have valves to prevent backflow