Muscles And Skeleton Flashcards
What is the largest muscle in the human body?
The gluteus maximus.
True or False: The femur is the longest bone in the human skeleton.
True.
Fill in the blank: The ___ is a muscle that helps in the movement of the arm.
deltoid.
Which part of the skeleton protects the brain?
The skull.
Multiple Choice: Which muscle is primarily responsible for flexing the elbow? A) Biceps B) Triceps C) Quadriceps
A) Biceps.
What type of joint is the knee?
A hinge joint.
True or False: The vertebral column consists of 24 vertebrae.
True.
Short Answer: Name one function of the skeletal system.
Support and protection of internal organs.
What is the name of the muscle group located at the back of the upper arm?
The triceps.
Fill in the blank: The ___ is the bone found in the upper arm.
humerus.
What is the largest muscle in the human body?
The gluteus maximus.
True or False: The biceps brachii is located in the upper arm.
True.
Fill in the blank: The muscle located in the front of the thigh is called the ________.
quadriceps.
Which muscle is primarily responsible for the movement of the shoulder joint?
The deltoid.
Multiple Choice: Where are the hamstring muscles located?
Back of the thigh.
