Biomechanics in Sport Quiz

What type of momentum is described as momentum in a straight line?

• Linear momentum

• Angular momentum

• Rotational momentum

• Circular momentum

In tennis, what transfers to the linear momentum of the racket at impact?

• Angular momentum

• Linear momentum

• Gravitational force

• Frictional force

What is an example of Newton's Third Law in sports?

• A player pushing against the ground

• A ball rolling down a hill

• A skater gliding on ice

• A swimmer floating in water

What is the Centre of Gravity (COG)?

• A point where body weight is evenly distributed

• The heaviest part of the body

• The lightest part of the body

• A point where the body is most flexible

What can correct biomechanics help with?

• Increasing the risk of injury

• Reducing the risk of injury

• Making movements inefficient

• Increasing muscle imbalance

What does the Q angle measure?

• The angle of the elbow

• The lateral line of pull of the quadriceps

• The curvature of the spine

• The rotation of the wrist

What is the role of the foot and ankle in locomotion?

• Providing balance and shock absorption

• Enhancing hand movements

• Supporting head movements

• Increasing arm strength

What is the role of the quadriceps muscle in knee biomechanics?

• It stabilizes the shoulder

• It influences the patellofemoral joint

• It rotates the wrist

• It flexes the elbow

What is the primary function of the upper limb biomechanics?

• To enhance lower limb activities

• To improve head stability

• To support upper limb activities

• To increase foot strength

What is the scapulohumeral rhythm important for?

• Optimal function of the knee

• Optimal function of the shoulder

• Optimal function of the hip

• Optimal function of the ankle