18 Questions
What is the role of muscles in human movement?
To generate tension and shorten
Which property of muscle tissue refers to its ability to respond to a stimulus?
Irritability
How do bones contribute to locomotion?
By being rigid levers
Which part of the skeleton is composed of the skull, ribs, trunk, vertebral column, and pelvic?
Axial skeleton
Which type of muscle allows for voluntary movement and is attached to bones?
Voluntary muscles
What distinguishes smooth muscles from cardiac muscles?
Smooth muscles are involuntary, while cardiac muscles are voluntary.
Which of the following is NOT one of the four basic movements in flexibility?
Hinge
Which body part is mainly targeted during a squat exercise?
Glutes
What is the main function of the lunge exercise?
Engage the lower back muscles
Which movement pattern involves twisting at the core?
Rotation
What does abduction refer to in terms of body movement?
Moving a limp away from the body
Why is it important to identify your body type before choosing exercises?
To match your training programs with your body capacities
Which body type is characterized by slender bodies, short trunks, and long arms and legs?
Ectomorph
Which body type is characterized by a solid, muscular physique, large chest, and strong legs and arms?
Mesomorph
Which body type is characterized by excess body fat distribution and rounded fatty body parts?
Endomorph
Which body type is described as having long narrow feet, a narrow chest, and weak, thin muscles?
Ectomorph
What is the primary physiological function of the skeletal system?
Serving as a storehouse for calcium
Apart from calcium storage, what other functions does the skeletal system serve?
Conducting nerve impulses
Test your knowledge on the structure and functions of the human skeletal system and muscular system. Learn about the axial and appendicular skeleton, as well as the roles of muscles in locomotion and other bodily functions.
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