The Structure and Functions of the Muscular System Flashcards
1
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Locations of the major muscle groups
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2
Q
Agonist muscle definition
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Agonist - a muscle which creates movement (the working muscle). It contracts and gets shorter during the movement.
3
Q
Antagonist muscle definition
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Antagonist - a muscle which co-ordinates and controls movement. It relaxes and gets longer.
4
Q
Fixator muscle definition
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Fixator - a muscle which stabilises one part of the body while another one moves.
5
Q
Antagonistic muscle pairs in the knee
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When bending (flexion):
Agonist: Hamstring
Antagonist: Quadriceps
When straightening (extension):
Agonist: Quadriceps
Antagonist: Hamstring
6
Q
Antagonistic muscle pairs in the elbow
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When bending (flexion):
Agonist: Biceps
Antagonist: Triceps
When straightening (extension):
Agonist: Triceps
Antagonist: Biceps
