Skeletal System Anatomy & Anatomical Movements Review

Front

What type of joint allows the first two vertebrae to rotate as in shaking your head 'no'?

Back

Pivot joint.

Front

What is the shoulder motion illustrated when the arm moves backward?

Back

Extension.

Front

Define inversion in terms of foot movement.

Back

Inversion is the movement of the foot that turns the sole inward.

Front

What is hip extension?

Back

Hip extension is the movement that increases the angle between the thigh and the pelvis, moving the leg backward.

Front

Define supination in terms of forearm movement.

Back

Supination is the rotation of the forearm that turns the palm upward.

Front

What is the primary function of the skeletal system?

Back

The primary function of the skeletal system is to provide support, protect internal organs, and facilitate movement.

Front

Name the three types of muscle tissue in the human body.

Back

Skeletal, cardiac, and smooth muscle.

Front

What is the role of ligaments in the skeletal system?

Back

Ligaments connect bones to other bones at joints, providing stability.

Front

What is the difference between flexion and extension?

Back

Flexion decreases the angle between body parts, while extension increases it.

Front

What is a ball-and-socket joint?

Back

A ball-and-socket joint allows for rotational movement in multiple directions, such as the shoulder and hip joints.