Muscular System

Front

What is the main function of the muscular system?

Back

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

Front

What are the three types of muscle tissue in the human body?

Back

Skeletal muscle, cardiac muscle, and smooth muscle.

Front

Which type of muscle is responsible for pumping blood throughout the body?

Back

Cardiac muscle.

Front

What type of muscle tissue is under voluntary control?

Back

Skeletal muscle.

Front

What type of muscle tissue is involuntary and found in the walls of internal organs?

Back

Smooth muscle.

Front

How many muscles are in the human body?

Back

Approximately 600.

Front

What is the difference between voluntary and involuntary muscles?

Back

Voluntary muscles are controlled consciously (e.g., skeletal muscles), while involuntary muscles function automatically (e.g., cardiac and smooth muscles).

Front

What is muscle tissue's ability to contract called?

Back

Contractility.

Front

What type of muscle is responsible for movement of bones?

Back

Skeletal muscle.

Front

What is the role of smooth muscle in the body?

Back

Smooth muscle controls involuntary movements in organs such as the stomach and intestines.