Locomotion Flashcards
1
Q
What is striated muscle?
A
Presence of light and dark bands
2
Q
What are the four main functions of skeletal muscle?
A
Produce skeletal movement, maintain posture and position, support soft tissues and maintain body temp
3
Q
What is the origin in skeletal muscle?
A
Attachment site that does not move during contraction
4
Q
What is the insertion in skeletal muscle?
A
Attachment site that moves when the muscle contracts
5
Q
What are the role of ligaments?
A
Hold one bone to another
6
Q
What is the role of tendons?
A
Attach muscles to bone
