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Muscular System Practice Sheet
Introduction
The muscular system is an important part of the human body. It is made up of muscles, tendons, and ligaments that work together to allow us to move. In this practice sheet, we will explore the different parts of the muscular system and how they work together.
Muscles
The muscles of the body are divided into three types: skeletal, smooth, and cardiac.
Skeletal Muscles
Skeletal muscles are the muscles that are attached to the bones. They are responsible for voluntary movement, such as walking, running, and lifting.
Smooth Muscles
Smooth muscles are found in the walls of organs, such as the stomach and intestines. They are responsible for involuntary movements, such as digestion and circulation.
Cardiac Muscles
Cardiac muscles are found in the walls of the heart. They are responsible for pumping blood throughout the body.
Tendons and Ligaments
Tendons and ligaments are connective tissues that attach muscles to bones. Tendons attach muscles to bones and ligaments attach bones to other bones.
Practice Questions
- What are the three types of muscles found in the human body?
- What are tendons and ligaments responsible for?
- What type of muscle is responsible for voluntary movement?
- What type of muscle is responsible for pumping blood throughout the body?
- What type of muscle is found in the walls of organs such as the stomach and intestines?
- Name two examples of voluntary movements.
- Name two examples of involuntary movements.
- What is the difference between a tendon and a ligament?
- What are the three types of muscles found in the walls of the heart?
- How do muscles, tendons, and ligaments work together to allow us to move?