Muscular System

Front

What is a sarcomere?

Back

The sarcomere is the basic structural and functional unit of muscle tissue, responsible for muscle contraction.

Front

Identify the muscle responsible for shoulder abduction.

Back

Deltoid

Front

What are the primary muscles of the abdominal region?

Back

Abdominals

Front

What happens to the bicep muscle when lifting a weight?

Back

The bicep muscle contracts.

Front

Which type of muscle tissue is found in the digestive system?

Back

Smooth muscle.

Front

What is the function of skeletal muscle?

Back

Skeletal muscle is responsible for voluntary movements of the body.

Front

What type of muscle is the heart made of?

Back

Cardiac muscle.

Front

What is the role of smooth muscle in the body?

Back

Smooth muscle controls involuntary movements, such as the movement of food through the digestive tract.

Front

What is muscle contraction?

Back

Muscle contraction is the process where muscle fibers shorten and generate force.

Front

What is the difference between voluntary and involuntary muscles?

Back

Voluntary muscles are controlled consciously (e.g., skeletal muscles), while involuntary muscles operate without conscious control (e.g., smooth and cardiac muscles).