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What is the primary function of muscles in the musculoskeletal system?
What is the primary function of muscles in the musculoskeletal system?
Which of the following is NOT a component of the musculoskeletal system?
Which of the following is NOT a component of the musculoskeletal system?
What is the primary composition of bones in the human body?
What is the primary composition of bones in the human body?
Which organ in the musculoskeletal system is responsible for providing support and shape to the body?
Which organ in the musculoskeletal system is responsible for providing support and shape to the body?
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What is the role of joints in the musculoskeletal system?
What is the role of joints in the musculoskeletal system?
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Which of the following is a characteristic of muscles in the musculoskeletal system?
Which of the following is a characteristic of muscles in the musculoskeletal system?
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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.