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</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which body part connects the foot to the leg?

    <p>Shin</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What role does the knee play in leg movement?

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

    What is the function of the esophagus?

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

    Where is the gallbladder located in the body?

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

    What is the function of the pancreas?

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

    What does the urinary system do?

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

    Where are capillaries located in the body?

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

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

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

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

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

    Where are smooth muscles primarily located in the body?

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

    What is the function of skeletal muscles?

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

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

    <p>Breathing</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

    <p>Kidneys</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the function of tendons in the human body?

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

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

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

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