The Skeletal and Muscular Body Systems

Question 0

What are the 5 functions of the skeletal system?

Answer 0

1. Movement
2. Support
3. Shape
4. Protection
5. Blood cell production

Question 1

Where does movement take place?

Answer 1

All movement takes place at joints.

Question 2

What is a joint?

Answer 2

A joint is where two or more bones meet.

Question 3

Name the types of synovial joint.

Answer 3

1. Ball and socket - shoulder
2. Gliding joint - wrist
3. Hinge joint - elbow
4. Saddle joint - thumb
5. Pivot joint - neck
6. Condyloid joint - ankle

Question 4

Movement at joints are:

Answer 4

Flexion and extension

Question 5

What do tendons do

Answer 5

Tendons link muscle to bones

Question 6

What does cartilage do.

Answer 6

Cartilage acts as protection between bones.

Question 7

Muscular endurance:

Answer 7

Ability of the muscles to work continuously over a period of time

Question 8

Explosive strength:

Answer 8

Used in one short sharp movement.

Question 9

Power:

Answer 9

Combination of speed and strength.

Question 10

Cardiovascular endurance:

Answer 10

Ability of the heart and lungs to continuously supply oxygen over long periods.

Question 11

Flexibility:

Answer 11

The range of movement around a joint.

Question 12

Agility:

Answer 12

The ability to change direction quickly - a combination of flexibility and speed.

Question 13

Balance:

Answer 13

The ability to stay stable and level.

Question 14

Coordination:

Answer 14

The ability to control the body when performing different actions at the same time.

Question 15

Reaction time:

Answer 15

The length of time taken to respond to a stimulus.

Question 16

Timing:

Answer 16

The ability to coincide movements in relation to external factors.

Question 17

Static strength:

Answer 17

Applied to an immovable object.