CH 6: Human Locomotion

To convert muscle contraction into bone movement

By storing and releasing energy

To work in opposition to each other

<p>By one muscle contracting while the other relaxes</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>To facilitate smooth and efficient movement</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>By forming the joint capsule</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Fibrous connective tissue</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>To control the bending and extending of the elbow joint</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>To provide structural framework and support</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Synovial joints</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>To provide stability and prevent excessive movements</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>By having significant resistance to deformation</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The arrangement of bones in the skeleton</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

<p>To aid in smooth movement and reduce friction</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>To facilitate support and the ability to bear weight</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>To provide stability to the joints by preventing excessive movements</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>By featuring a cavity filled with fluid that aids in smooth movement</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Connect bones and allow for their movement relative to each other</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>By providing stability to the joints</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>To provide support even during activities involving heavy loads</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>They act as a mechanical link between muscles and bones to ensure precise and effective movements.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>By coordinating their contraction and relaxation, creating a balanced force on the joint.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>To reduce friction and distribute loads evenly across the joint.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>By storing and releasing energy, particularly in activities like running.</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

<p>To connect bones to other bones and provide joint stability.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>To reduce friction and cushion the joint.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>By reducing friction and distributing loads evenly across the joint.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Storing and releasing energy during locomotion</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

<p>By working against each other at joints</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Storing energy for muscle contraction</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Controlling bending and extending of joints</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>By storing and releasing energy efficiently</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Enabling controlled movements at joints</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>By storing and releasing energy effectively</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Hinge joint</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Preventing excessive joint movements</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

<p>Providing structural support for the body</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Fibrous joint</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Enabling smooth and controlled movements</p> Signup and view all the answers

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