Muscular System

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What is the main function of the muscular system?

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The muscular system is responsible for the movement of the body, maintaining posture, and producing heat.

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What are the three types of muscles in the human body?

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Skeletal, smooth, and cardiac muscles.

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What is a tendon?

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A tendon is a connective tissue that attaches muscle to bone.

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What is the role of ligaments?

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Ligaments are connective tissues that connect bones to other bones at joints.

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How do muscles contract to produce movement?

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Muscles contract by shortening and pulling on bones.

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What is the difference between voluntary and involuntary muscles?

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Voluntary muscles are controlled consciously (e.g., skeletal muscles), while involuntary muscles operate without conscious control (e.g., smooth and cardiac muscles).

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What is the function of the pectoral muscles?

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The pectoral muscles are responsible for movements of the shoulder and upper arm.

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What is the function of the quadriceps?

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The quadriceps are a group of muscles located at the front of the thigh, responsible for extending the knee.

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What is the role of the biceps muscle?

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The biceps muscle is located in the upper arm and is responsible for flexing the elbow.

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What is the sternocleidomastoid muscle responsible for?

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The sternocleidomastoid muscle helps in rotating and flexing the neck.