Muscular System

Front

What is a Striated muscle?

Back

A muscle that appears banded and is also called the skeletal muscle.

Front

What is a Voluntary muscle?

Back

A muscle that moves while being under conscious control and is moved by a human.

Front

What is a Smooth muscle?

Back

An involuntary muscle found inside many internal organs of the body.

Front

What is a Cardiac muscle?

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An involuntary muscle tissue found only in the heart.

Front

What is the primary function of the muscular system?

Back

To facilitate movement of the body and maintain posture.

Front

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

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Striated (skeletal), smooth, and cardiac muscles.

Front

What is the role of tendons in the muscular system?

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Tendons are strong connective tissues that attach muscles to bones.

Front

What is an Involuntary muscle?

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A muscle that is not under conscious control.

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Give an example of a voluntary muscle in the body.

Back

The biceps muscle in the arm.

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What type of muscle is responsible for the heartbeat?

Back

Cardiac muscle.