ALHS1011 Structure & Function of the Human Body - Skeletal and Muscular Systems

Vocabulary flashcards reviewing skeletal anatomy and muscular actions, prime movers, synergists, and antagonists from ALHS1011.

Calcaneus

The correct medical term for the heel bone.

Deltoid

A muscle that acts as a synergist during a bench press and functions as the prime mover in shoulder abduction.

Gastrocnemius and Tibalias Anterior

A pairing of muscles that function as antagonists to each other.

Biceps Brachi

The prime mover in elbow flexion.

Triceps Brachii

The muscle acting as the antagonist of elbow flexion.

Quadriceps

The muscle group serving as the prime mover in knee extension.

Gastrocnemium

The muscle acting as the prime mover of plantar flexion.

Tibialis Anterior

The muscle acting as the prime mover of dorsiflexion.

Latissimus Dorsi

The muscle acting as the antagonist for shoulder abduction.