Muscular system flashcards

Front

How many muscles are found in the human body?

Back

Approximately 700

Front

This muscle is attached to bones and helps in voluntary movements.

Back

Skeletal Muscle

Front

This muscle is striated and involuntary. It is vital in keeping us alive.

Back

Cardiac Muscle

Front

When a muscle has a striped appearance, it is known as this.

Back

Striated Muscles

Front

We do not have conscious control over this type of muscle contraction.

Back

Involuntary muscle contractions

Front

When a muscle contracts under conscious control.

Back

Voluntary Contraction

Front

A long muscle of the anterior abdominal wall, commonly known as the "abs," responsible for flexing the lumbar spine.

Back

Rectus abdominis

Front

A muscle located in the upper arm, responsible for flexing the elbow.

Back

Biceps Brachii

Front

This muscle group is located at the back of the thigh and is responsible for knee flexion.

Back

Hamstrings

Front

A large muscle in the chest, crucial for movements such as pushing and lifting.

Back

Pectoralis Major