Muscular System Terminology

Muscular System Terminology

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Biology

11th Grade

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AMY ROWELL

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

The movement of a limb away from the midline of the body.

Back

Abduction

2.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

The movement of a limb toward the midline of the body.

Back

Adduction

3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

A specialized type of involuntary muscle found only in the heart that contracts to pump blood.

Back

Cardiac muscle

4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

A circular movement of a limb that combines flexion, extension, abduction, and adduction.

Back

Circumduction

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

The ability of a muscle to shorten and generate force when stimulated.

Back

Contractibility

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

A permanent shortening or tightening of a muscle, tendon, or joint, leading to restricted movement.

Back

Contracture

7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

The movement of the foot upward, bringing the toes closer to the shin.

Back

Dorsiflexion

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