Anatomy of the Human Leg

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Which body part is responsible for stabilizing the ankle joint?

  • Toe
  • Shin
  • Ankle
  • Heel (correct)

Which leg section is responsible for supporting the weight of the upper body?

  • Ankle (correct)
  • Knee
  • Foot
  • Thigh

What is the function of the toe in terms of leg movement?

  • Supporting weight of top of leg
  • Flexing the foot
  • Stabilizing the ankle joint
  • Propelling the body forward (correct)

What is the main function of the thigh in leg movement?

<p>Walking and running (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which body part connects the foot to the leg?

<p>Shin (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What role does the knee play in leg movement?

<p>Supporting weight of upper body (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the function of the esophagus?

<p>Carrying chewed food from the mouth to the stomach (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Where is the gallbladder located in the body?

<p>Right side of abdomen, under the liver (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the function of the pancreas?

<p>Creating enzymes to break down food (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Where is the large intestine located in the body?

<p>Middle of abdomen, between the stomach and large intestine (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the urinary system do?

<p>Balances the body by eliminating waste through urine (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the function of the rectum?

<p>Pushing waste out of the body as a bowel movement (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is one of the important functions of the central nervous system mentioned in the text?

<p>Coordinating reflexes in the body (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which body part is responsible for bringing oxygen from the lungs to the body cells?

<p>Arteries (blood vessels) (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main role of the digestive system mentioned in the text?

<p>Digesting food for nutrient absorption (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Where are capillaries located in the body?

<p>Various places in the body (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the function of veins (blood vessels) as described in the text?

<p>Allowing deoxygenated blood to regain oxygen (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How does the circulatory system support distributing oxygen and other nutrients across the body?

<p>Removing carbon dioxide from cells (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which type of muscle is responsible for involuntary functions in organs such as intestines and stomach?

<p>Smooth muscles (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What type of muscle is responsible for keeping your heartbeat going?

<p>Cardiac muscles (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which muscle type is involved in voluntary movement like walking and running?

<p>Skeletal muscles (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Where are smooth muscles primarily located in the body?

<p>In organ walls (intestines, stomach, bladder) (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the function of skeletal muscles?

<p>Voluntary movement like walking (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary function of the ribcage in the human body?

<p>Protecting the heart, lungs, and internal organs (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which body part is responsible for connecting bones to other bones and allowing joints to move and bend?

<p>Ligaments (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main function of the trachea in the respiratory system?

<p>Breathing (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following organs is NOT part of the reproductive system?

<p>Kidneys (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the function of tendons in the human body?

<p>Attaching muscles to bones (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which body system is responsible for hormone production in the human body?

<p>Endocrine system (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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