Skeletal, Muscular, and Nervous System

What protects the brain and spinal cord?

• The skull and vertebral column (spine).

• The rib cage and sternum.

• The pelvis and femur.

• The clavicle and scapula.

What is NOT a function of the skeleton?

• Support and structure

• Production of blood cells

• Storage of minerals

• Reflexes.

What is the role of cardiac muscle?

• To pump blood throughout the body.

• To support the skeletal system.

• To facilitate digestion in the stomach.

• To transmit nerve impulses.

What is the brain's role in the nervous system?

• It acts as the control center, processing information and coordinating responses.

• It serves as a storage unit for memories and experiences.

• It regulates body temperature and metabolic processes.

• It produces hormones that control growth and development.

What is the primary function of the skeletal system?

• To provide support, protect organs, and enable movement.

• To produce hormones and regulate metabolism.

• To facilitate digestion and nutrient absorption.

• To generate electrical impulses for nerve function.

What is an example of a voluntary muscle action?

• Kicking a ball.

• Digesting food.

• Breathing involuntarily.

• Reflexively pulling your hand away from a hot surface.

What connects the brain to the rest of the body?

• The spinal cord.

• The cerebellum.

• The brainstem.

• The peripheral nerves.

Which type of muscle is under voluntary control?

• Skeletal muscle.

• Cardiac muscle.

• Involuntary muscle.

• Smooth muscle.

What is the function of smooth muscles?

• To control involuntary movements in organs such as the stomach and intestines.

• To facilitate voluntary movements in skeletal muscles.

• To provide structural support to the body.

• To generate heat during physical activity.

What type of muscle is responsible for involuntary actions like digestion?

• Skeletal muscle

• Cardiac muscle

• Smooth muscle

• Striated muscle