Muscular System Flashcards by Daniel Langdown | Brainscape

Q

Muscle that contracts (Prime mover)

A

Agonist

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Q

Muscle works to support the agonist

A

Antagonist

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Q

Stabilise joint to allow movement

A

Fixator

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Q

Bending a knee is kicking a ball

Agonist and antagonist

Movement

A

Hamstring, Quadriceps

Flexion, extension

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Q

Bending elbow when shooting a basketball

Agonist and antagonist

Movement

A

Bicep, tricep

Flexion, extension

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Q

Hitting a tennis ball for a serve

Agonist, antagonist

Movement

A

Deltoid, pectorals

Extension

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Q

Straightening hip whilst running

Agonist, antagonist

Movement

A

Gluteals, hip flexor

Extension

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