Exam 11: The Muscular System Unit Iii: Control Systems of the Human Body

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Briefly describe the three categories of levers based on the position of their fulcrum.Give an example of each type of lever and state whether the lever works at a mechanical advantage,disadvantage or both.

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If the fulcrum is between the effort and the load it is a first class lever.Scissors are an example of a first class lever.A first class lever can produce either a mechanical advantage or disadvantage depending on whether the effort or load is closer to the fulcrum.If the load is between the fulcrum and the effort,it is a second class lever.A wheel barrow is an example of a second class lever.They operate at a mechanical advantage because the load is always closer to the fulcrum than the effort.If the effort is between the fulcrum and the load,it is a third class lever.Forceps are an example of a third class lever.They operate at a mechanical disadvantage because the effort is always closer to the fulcrum than the load.
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Most muscles cross at least one

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In the diagram,where is the fulcrum? In the diagram,where is the fulcrum?

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Where is the masseter? Where is the masseter?

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Where is the mentalis? Where is the mentalis?

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All of the following are muscles of the lower limb EXCEPT the

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Where is the transverse abdominus? Where is the transverse abdominus?

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Where is the abductor digiti minimi? Where is the abductor digiti minimi?

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What is the origin of the muscle labeled D? What is the origin of the muscle labeled D?

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Where is the semitendinosus? Where is the semitendinosus?

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Where is the serratus anterior? Where is the serratus anterior?

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Briefly describe four main benefits of stretching before exercising.

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A condition where the two eyeballs are not properly aligned is referred to as

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Which of the following is a muscle whose insertion is found on the clavicle and acromion process of the scapula within the pectoral girdle?

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The muscle that serves as the "prime mover" during a movement is called the

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Where is the brachioradialis? Where is the brachioradialis?

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If one is stabbed on the lateral side of the abdomen,what abdominal muscles,in order from superficial to deep,will the knife go through?

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What anatomical structures of the musculoskeletal system correspond to the components of a lever system? Describe the arrangement of these parts in first,second,and third class lever systems.

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Which one represents a second-class lever? Which one represents a second-class lever?

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Where is the external oblique? Where is the external oblique?

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