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Muscular/Skeletal
vocabulary for the Muscular and Skeletal system
Term | Definition |
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Anatomy | the study of the structure of the body and its parts without the use of a microscope. |
Physiology | The study of all the internal functions of an organism. |
Bone | Made up of bone tissue |
Ligaments | A strong band of of tissue that connects bones to bones. |
Marrow | Produces most blood cells. Found inside of bones. |
Cartilage | A flexible tissue that gives support and protection. |
Vertebrae | The bones of the neck and back. Protect the spinal cord. |
Involuntary Muscles | Muscles that you cannot control. |
Voluntary Muscles | Muscles under your conscious control. |
Tendon | A strong connective tissue attaches skeletal muscle to bone. |
Smooth Muscles | Found in the inside of many body organs. |
Cardiac Muscles | Found ONLY in the heart. |
Skeletal Muscles | Muscles attached to your bones for movement. |
Homeostasis | Internal stability. Allows for proper survival and functioning. |