Muscular System 1 2024 LATE

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What is the role of the antagonist muscle during leg extension?

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The antagonist muscle opposes the action of the agonist. For example, during leg extension to kick a ball, the hamstring muscles act as the antagonist to the quadriceps.

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What is the definition of the origin of a muscle?

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The origin is the point where a muscle attaches to the stationary bone.

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What type of muscle makes up the heart?

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The muscle that makes up the heart is called cardiac muscle.

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What is the insertion of a muscle?

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The insertion is the point where a muscle attaches to the movable bone.

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What is the difference between the origin and insertion of a muscle?

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The origin is attached to the stationary bone, while the insertion is attached to the movable bone.

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What are the three types of muscle tissue?

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The three types of muscle tissue are skeletal, cardiac, and smooth muscle.

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What is the function of the quadriceps muscle?

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The quadriceps muscle is responsible for extending the knee.

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What is the role of synergist muscles?

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Synergist muscles assist the agonist in performing a movement.

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What is the primary function of skeletal muscles?

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Skeletal muscles are responsible for voluntary movements and are attached to bones.

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What is the definition of smooth muscle?

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Smooth muscle is involuntary muscle found in the walls of internal organs.