Human Movement and Locomotion
Biology ⇒ Human Biology
Human Movement and Locomotion starts at 7 and continues till grade 12.
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Describe how antagonistic muscles work to move a limb.
Describe how muscles and bones work together to produce movement.
Describe the difference between a ligament and a tendon.
Describe the process of bone healing after a fracture.
Explain the importance of synovial fluid in joints.
Explain the role of tendons in human movement.
Explain why regular exercise is important for the musculoskeletal system.
A student sprains their ankle while running. Which part of the joint is most likely injured?
(1) Bone
(2) Ligament
(3) Tendon
(4) Cartilage
A student sprains their ankle while running. Which part of the joint is most likely injured?
(1) Bone
(2) Ligament
(3) Tendon
(4) Cartilage
Which bone protects the brain?
(1) Femur
(2) Skull
(3) Rib cage
(4) Spine
Which of the following bones is part of the axial skeleton?
(1) Humerus
(2) Skull
(3) Femur
(4) Tibia
Which of the following is a function of the vertebral column?
(1) Producing red blood cells
(2) Protecting the spinal cord
(3) Storing fat
(4) Producing hormones
Fill in the blank: The _______ connects the thigh bone to the lower leg bones at the knee joint.
Fill in the blank: The _______ is the bone that forms the forehead.
Fill in the blank: The _______ is the bone that forms the lower jaw.
Fill in the blank: The _______ is the bone that protects the heart and lungs at the front of the chest.
True or False: Bones are living tissues that can grow and repair themselves.
True or False: Cardiac muscle is found only in the heart.
True or False: Ligaments connect muscles to bones.
True or False: Smooth muscles are found in the walls of internal organs.
