Muscular Skeletal System Quiz

What are muscle tissues frequently called?

• Protective tissues

• Supportive tissues

• Contractile tissues

• Relaxing tissues

Which type of muscle tissue is found in the heart?

• Smooth muscle

• Visceral muscle

• Skeletal muscle

• Cardiac muscle

What is the structure of smooth muscle cells?

• Elongated fibers

• Branched and lattice-like

• Short and round

• Long and spindle-shaped

Which type of muscle is voluntary?

• Cardiac muscle

• Skeletal muscle

• Smooth muscle

• Involuntary muscle

What is the function of tendons in the musculoskeletal system?

• Store energy

• Attach muscles to bones

• Produce heat

• Facilitate nerve impulses

What causes the striations in muscle fibers?

• Actin and myosin bands

• ATP hydrolysis

• Presence of calcium

• Myosin binding sites

What is the function of joints in the skeletal system?

• Produce muscle contractions

• Allow bones to move

• Store minerals

• Generate heat

Which type of joint allows rotational movement?

• Hinged joint

• Fibrous joint

• Cartilaginous joint

• Synovial joint

What is the role of tendons in the muscle-bone partnership?

• Produce antibodies

• Generate heat

• Attach muscles to bones

• Store nutrients

What is the main function of muscles in antagonistic pairs?

• Maintain body temperature

• Store energy

• Prevent movement

• Work together to provide movement