Skeletal, Muscular, and Integumentary Systems

What is the main function of the muscular system?

• To facilitate movement of the body and maintain posture.

• To protect internal organs and provide structure.

• To transport oxygen and nutrients throughout the body.

• To produce hormones and regulate metabolism.

What is the outermost layer of the skin called?

• Dermis

• Epidermis

• Hypodermis

• Subcutaneous layer

What is the function of the integumentary system?

• To protect the body from external damage, regulate temperature, and provide sensory information.

• To aid in digestion and nutrient absorption.

• To support the body structure and facilitate movement.

• To produce hormones and regulate metabolism.

What is the term for muscles that work in pairs to move bones?

• Antagonistic muscles

• Synergistic muscles

• Isometric muscles

• Flexor muscles

What is the term for the fatty layer beneath the skin that helps insulate the body?

• Epidermis

• Hypodermis

• Dermis

• Subcutaneous tissue

What is the term for the process of bone formation?

• Calcification

• Ossification

• Mineralization

• Osteogenesis

What is the layer of skin beneath the epidermis that contains blood vessels and nerves?

• Epidermis

• Hypodermis

• Dermis

• Subcutaneous layer

What is the function of nerves in the skin?

• To provide structural support to the skin.

• To detect sensations such as pressure, pain, heat, and cold.

• To produce sweat and oil for skin hydration.

• To protect the skin from UV radiation.

What is the function of sweat glands in the skin?

• To regulate body temperature and excrete waste.

• To produce oil for skin hydration.

• To protect against UV radiation.

• To sense external temperature changes.

What is the role of hair follicles in the integumentary system?

• To produce hair and provide a protective barrier.

• To regulate body temperature through sweat production.

• To absorb nutrients from the skin surface.

• To provide sensory perception through nerve endings.