Skeletal
What is the name of the bone that connects the shoulder blade to the sternum?
Clavicle
What is the primary purpose of the muscular system?
To provide movement.
What are the are main components of the cardiovascular system?
Transportation for oxygen delivery to the cells.
What is the main function of the lungs?
Gas exchange
What are the main factors that contribute to muscle fatigue?
Physical activity, health conditions, and aging
Which bones make up the lower arm?
Radius and ulna
What are tendons?
Structures that attach muscle to bone
What are the two major circulatory pathways in the body?
Pulmonary circuit, Systemic circuit.
What is mucus used for?
To filter out particles
Phleb/o
vein
What are at least 3 functions of the skeletal system?
Protection support movement
Which of the following molecules provides energy for muscle contraction?
ATP
What is the largest artery in the body?
The aorta
What is known as the "windpipe" ?
The trachea
Coron/o
Heart
Which of the following bones is not part of the appendicular skeleton?
Sternum
How does exercise improve muscle endurance over time?
Better oxygen intake
Why is the cardiovascular system vital for overall health?
Delivers oxygen, nutrients, hormones, and other important substances to cells and organs in the body.
What is the term for a collapsed lung?
Atelectasis
Which type of joint allows for greatest movement?
Diarthrosis
What is the name of the tough membrane that covers the outer surface of a long bone?
Periosteum
What happens to sodium and potassium ions during an action potential in nerve cells?
Sodium atoms slowly leak into the neuron through sodium leakage channels. Potassium ions leave the cell.
What is the role of the heart’s electrical system, and how does it work?
controls the timing of your heartbeat by regulating your: Heart rate.
What does PFT stand for?
Pulmonary function test
What is the name for the outer membrane layer that encloses the lungs?
Parietal pleura