Muscular System

Front

What are skeletal muscles responsible for?

Back

Movement of the body.

Front

What causes muscle fatigue?

Back

Accumulation of lactic acid.

Front

What does a tendon attach?

Back

A tendon attaches muscle to bone.

Front

What part of the human body is analogous to a chicken wing?

Back

The arm.

Front

What is the common name for the abdominal muscles?

Back

Abdominals or Abs.

Front

What is the primary function of the muscular system?

Back

To facilitate movement of the body.

Front

What type of muscle is responsible for involuntary movements?

Back

Smooth muscle.

Front

What is the role of cardiac muscle?

Back

To pump blood throughout the body.

Front

What is the difference between voluntary and involuntary muscles?

Back

Voluntary muscles are controlled consciously, while involuntary muscles are not.

Front

What is muscle hypertrophy?

Back

The increase in muscle size due to exercise.