Chapter 10 - The Skeletal And Muscular Systems Flashcards
1
Q
What is a joint?
A
A joint is where 2 or more bones meet.
2
Q
What kind of joint is the skull an example of?
A
A fused joint
3
Q
Does a ball and socket joint move?
A
Yes; it moves in many directions e.g. The hip bone and the top of the femur
4
Q
What is the name of the joint which only allows movement in one direction?
A
A hinge joint e.g. The end of the humerus and the ulna
5
Q
What is the role of ligaments?
A
To hold bone to bone
6
Q
What is the function of tendons?
A
To hold muscle to bone
7
Q
How many muscles are needed to move a joint?
A
2
8
Q
What pair of antagonistic muscles work to raise and lower the ulna and radius?
A
The biceps and the triceps
9
Q
What are the 3 main functions of the skeleton?
A
1) Support
2) Movement
3) Protection
