Anatomical Position Quiz

What does the term "Adduction" refer to in anatomical position?

• Moving the limb towards the midline of the body

• Moving the limb away from the midline of the body

• Making the joint angle smaller

• Moving in a full 360 rotation

What is the meaning of "Abduction" in anatomical terms?

• Making the joint angle larger

• Moving in a full 360 rotation

• Moving the limb towards the midline of the body

• Moving the limb away from the midline of the body

What does "Circumduction" allow a joint to do?

• Move in a full 360 rotation

• Move towards the midline of the body

• Make the joint angle smaller

• Move away from the midline of the body

What happens to a joint during "Flexion"?

• The joint angle becomes larger

• The limb moves away from the midline

• The joint angle becomes smaller

• The limb moves in a full 360 rotation

What is "Extension" in terms of joint movement?

• The joint angle becomes smaller

• The limb moves in a full 360 rotation

• The limb moves towards the midline

• The joint angle becomes larger

Why is it important to understand the muscular system according to the lesson intentions?

• To improve our ability to memorize muscle names

• To have a great understanding of how our body works and how to care for it

• To prepare for a sports competition

• To enhance our skills in a biology lab

What is one of the functions of the muscular system?

• Generates electrical signals for communication

• Allows human movement

• Filters waste from the blood

• Absorbs nutrients from food

How does the muscular system contribute to overall body strength and fitness?

• By circulating lymph throughout the body

• By allowing the development of strength, endurance, and speed

• By synthesizing hormones

• By regulating body temperature

Which function of the muscular system is related to other body systems' performance?

• Protecting internal organs from external shock

• Helping other body systems do their work, e.g., the heart muscle pumps blood around the body

• Storing excess nutrients for later use

• Exchanging gases in the lungs

What role does the muscular system play in maintaining posture?

• Provides support in relation to good posture

• Regulates fluid balance in the body

• Conducts nerve impulses to the brain

• Breaks down food for digestion