Musculoskeletal and Cardiovascular Systems
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Musculoskeletal and Cardiovascular Systems
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What are the main functions of the musculoskeletal system?
Support, protection, movement, mineral storage, and blood cell production.
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Name the three types of muscle in the body.
Skeletal, cardiac, and smooth muscle.
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What is the function of ligaments?
Connect bone to bone and provide joint stability.
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What is the function of tendons?
Connect muscle to bone and transmit force to move bones.
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What is the function of cartilage?
Protects joints by absorbing shock and reducing friction.
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Define the axial skeleton.
The central core of the body, including the skull, spine, and rib cage.
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Define the appendicular skeleton.
The limbs and girdles that are attached to the axial skeleton.
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What is the role of the cardiovascular system during exercise?
To transport oxygen, remove carbon dioxide, and regulate body temperature.
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What happens to heart rate during exercise?
Heart rate increases to meet oxygen demands of the body.
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Define stroke volume.
The amount of blood pumped from the heart per beat.
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Define cardiac output.
The amount of blood pumped from the heart per minute (SV × HR).
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What is vasodilation?
The widening of blood vessels to increase blood flow.
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What is vasoconstriction?
The narrowing of blood vessels to reduce blood flow.
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