Chapter 2 Flashcards
1
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Biomechanics?
A
Application of mechanical principles to biological systems.
2
Q
Kinetics?
A
Branch that deals with the cause of motion.
3
Q
Kinematics?
A
Description of motion (Acceleration, position, velocity, and displacement).
4
Q
Isokinetic?
A
Velocity controlled contractions.
5
Q
Order of muscle contraction strength?
A
- ECC
- ISOM
- CON
6
Q
SSC?
A
Stretch-shortening cycle. Concentric quickly following and ecentric. Stretch reflex.
7
Q
Torque?
A
Rotational force about a specific axis.
8
Q
Sticking region?
A
Where the weight slows in a lift.
9
Q
Ground Force reaction?
A
Newton’s third law. Ground supplies force to athlete who pushes on it.
10
Q
Stability?
A
Somethings ability to resist changes in equalibrium.
11
Q
Mass & Inertia?
A
The amount of matter an object takes up.
&
Resistance of an object to changing its motion.
