Introduction to Movement

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What provides the human body with the means of achieving a wide variety of movements?

  • Muscles (correct)
  • Nerves
  • Tendons
  • Ligaments

What is described as a fundamental characteristic of all animals in the text?

  • Reproduction
  • Growth
  • Respiration
  • Movement (correct)

In the context of the text, what does the term 'resilience' refer to?

  • Physical strength
  • Ability to heal quickly
  • Resistance to disease
  • Flexibility or springiness (correct)

What does the system of lever provide to the human body according to the text?

<p>Means of achieving various movements (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which part of the body works as a resilient structure in the human body?

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

Which of the following is an example of an internal force in the context provided?

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

What is an example of an external force based on the information given?

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

Which of the following is NOT an external force according to the text?

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

What do tendons represent in the context provided?

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

Among the options below, which represents an external force that can act on a person playing a sport on a field?

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Study Notes

Movement Characteristics

  • Movement is a fundamental characteristic of all animals
  • It is a means by which an organism adapts to the demands of its environment

Movement Systems

  • The human body has a system of levers that allows for a wide variety of movements
  • The resilience in the bony frame works enables this movement

Types of Forces

  • Internal Forces: occur inside the body and include muscles, bones, and tendons
  • External Forces: occur outside the body and include gravity, wind resistance, water resistance, and friction

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