HBS ANATOMY MUSCULAR SYSTEM Usai COPY

Front

What structure connects muscles to bones?

Back

Tendons are the structures that connect muscles to bones, allowing for movement.

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Identify the highlighted muscle: Quadriceps femoris.

Back

The Quadriceps femoris is a group of muscles located at the front of the thigh, responsible for extending the knee.

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What is the primary energy source for muscle contraction?

Back

ATP (Adenosine Triphosphate) is the primary energy source needed for muscle contraction.

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Which type of muscle is found in the heart?

Back

Cardiac muscle is the type of muscle found in the heart, responsible for pumping blood.

Front

What term indicates a muscle that is circular in shape?

Back

The term 'orbicularis' indicates a muscle that is circular in shape.

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What are the three types of muscle tissue?

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

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What is the function of ligaments?

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

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What is the role of smooth muscle?

Back

Smooth muscle is responsible for involuntary movements in organs such as the intestines and blood vessels.

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What is the function of the hamstrings?

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The hamstrings are a group of muscles located at the back of the thigh, responsible for bending the knee and extending the hip.

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What is muscle hypertrophy?

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Muscle hypertrophy is the increase in muscle size due to exercise, particularly resistance training.