Musculoskeletal System Flashcards
1
Q
What is the main function of the Musculoskeletal System?
A
Provide structure, support, and protection as well as allowing you to move
2
Q
What is bones function?
A
Supports body and provides protection
3
Q
What is ligaments function?
A
- Holds bones together at joints
- Provides strong but flexible support for bones
4
Q
3 types of muscle tissues found in the body
A
- Skeletal muscle tissue (voluntary movement)
- Smooth muscle tissue (involuntary movement)
- Cardiac muscle tissue (heart)
5
Q
What is cartilages function?
A
- Type of ligament
- Supports body but more flexible than bones
6
Q
How do muscles make bones move?
A
- Tendons are like ligaments but less elastic, they connect muscles to bones.
- They only pull they do not push
7
Q
What is osteoporosis?
A
Loss of bone tissue causing brittle bones
