Chapter 2: Biomechanics Flashcards

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Which of the following is NOT a part of the study of biomechanics?

a) Physics
b) Biology
c) Mathematics
d) Chemistry

A

d) Chemistry

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Kenematics is the study of human motion. True or false?

A

True.

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What are three of the biomechanical processes that occur during a warm-up exercise?

A

Cardiorespiratory changes. Increased blood flow to active muscles. Increased body temperature.

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What are the three groups of proprioceptors?

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1) Ligament, joint and skin. 2) Neck and inner ear. 3) Muscle.

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As you walk from one end of the room to another, what forces are influencing your movement?

a) Gravity
b) Friction
c) Tension
d) All of the above

A

d) All of the above

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What is the opposite of the motion pronation (to turn the palms face down)?

A

Supination.

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What are the three planes of motion that intersect (meet at one point) in the body?

A

Frontal, tranverse, and sagittal plane.

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Concentric, eccentric and isometric/static are the names of three major types of what?

A

Muscle action.

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9
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How is muscle strength typically measured?

A

MMT. The manual muscle test.

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What system of the body plays a role in proprioception (perception of an object’s position)?

a) Nervous system
b) Cardiorespiratory system
c) Immune system
d) Digestive system

A

a) Nervous system

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