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health pt. 3
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| what is the main function of the skeletal system? | framework of ones and other tissues to support the body |
| what is the main function of the muscular system? | consists of tissues that move parts of the body |
| explain how muscles work? | muscle pairs work in opposition |
| How many muscles are in the human body? | 600 and up |
| how many bones are in the human body? | 206 |
| Name three types of muscles? | cardiac muscle,smooth muscles,and skeletal muscles |
| Explain a hinge joint? | moving in only one direction like a door hinge |
| Explain how a pivot joint works? | end of bone rotates in a ring formed by another |
| Explain how a ball and socket joint works? | the ball shaped head of a bone moves inside another |
| Define Cartilage | allows joints to move easily |
| Define tendons | joins muscle to muscle or bone to bones |
| Define ligaments | hold bones in a place at the joints |
| Define Joints | where one bone meets another |
| Name a way to keep your skeletal system healthy | participating in regular physical activity |
| Name a way to keep your muscular system healthy | treat injuries quickly |