The Skeleton And Muscles Flashcards
1
Q
give 2 functions of the skeleton
A
protection
support
2
Q
name 2 parts of the appendicular skeleton, to which the limbs are attached
A
the pectoral girdle
the pelvic girdle
3
Q
name 2 types of bones that make up the foot
A
the meta-tarsals and digits
4
Q
what is meant by the term “antagonistic muscle pair”?
A
two muscles that have opposite effects to each other
5
Q
name an antagonistic muscle pair in the human body
A
the biceps and triceps
6
Q
describe in detail how biceps and triceps work as an antagonistic muscle pair
A
the biceps contract to pull the lower arm up, the triceps
