Study Note No. 4 - The Musculoskeletal System

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What is the primary function of muscles in the musculoskeletal system?

Facilitating bodily movement (correct)
Protecting internal organs
Producing heat for the body
Providing mechanical support

Which of the following is NOT a component of the musculoskeletal system?

Cartilage
Ligaments
Tendons
Organs (correct)

What is the primary composition of bones in the human body?

Collagen and calcium (correct)
Elastin and keratin
Fibrous tissue and water
Lipids and proteins

Which organ in the musculoskeletal system is responsible for providing support and shape to the body?

Bones (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of joints in the musculoskeletal system?

Enabling movement between bones (D) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a characteristic of muscles in the musculoskeletal system?

Contracting and relaxing for bodily movement (A) Signup and view all the answers

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Primary function of muscles

Facilitating bodily movement in the musculoskeletal system.

Not a component of musculoskeletal system

Organs are not part of the musculoskeletal system.

Primary composition of bones

Bones are primarily made of collagen and calcium.

Function of bones

Bones provide support and shape to the human body.

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Role of joints

Joints enable movement between bones in the musculoskeletal system.

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Characteristic of muscles

Muscles contract and relax to enable bodily movement.

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Study Notes

Musculoskeletal System

The primary function of muscles in the musculoskeletal system is to provide movement, stability, and support to the body.
The musculoskeletal system does not include organs, such as the heart, liver, or lungs.
Bones in the human body are primarily composed of collagen, calcium, and phosphorus.
The skeleton provides support and shape to the body.
Joints in the musculoskeletal system allow for movement and flexibility between bones.
Muscles in the musculoskeletal system are characterized by their ability to contract and relax, allowing for movement and stabilization of the body.

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Explore the components and functions of the musculoskeletal system in the human body. Understand the mechanisms and processes that facilitate movement and action.