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Muscular/Skeletal
vocabulary for the Muscular and Skeletal system
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| 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. |