Muscular system Flashcards
1
Q
Elbow extension
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- Articulating bones: humerus, radius and ulna
- Joint type: hinge
- Main agonist: triceps brachii
- Main antagonist: biceps brachii
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Q
Shoulder horizontal extension (abduction)
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- Articulating bones: humerus and scapula
- Joint type: ball and socket
- Main agonist: posterior deltoid and teres minor
- Main antagonist: pectoralis major
2
Q
Hip extension
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- Articulating bones: ilium, ischium and femur
- Joint type: ball and socket
- Main agonist: Gluteus maximus
- Main antagonist: Iliopsoas
3
Q
Knee extension
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- Articulating bones: femur and tibia
- Joint type: hinge
- Main agonist: rectus femoris
- Main antagonist: bicep femoris
4
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Ankle plantar flexion
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- Articulating bones: talus, tibia, and fibula
- Joint type: hinge
- Main agonist: gastrocnemius and soleus
- Main antagonist: tibialis anterior