muscular system Flashcards
1
Q
site of attachment to more stationary body
A
origin
2
Q
site of attachment to more movable bone
A
insertion
3
Q
fleshy part of the muscle
A
belly
4
Q
fibrous tissue and connect the muscle to the bone
A
tendons
5
Q
rigid structure that can move around a fixed point
A
lever
6
Q
fixed point around when lever moves
A
fulcrum
7
Q
force that causes movement
A
effort
8
Q
force that opposes movement
A
load or resistance
9
Q
the only relatively SMALL effort is required to move a large load over a small distance
A
mechanical advantage
10
Q
the only relative LARGE effort is required to move a small load (but greater speed)
A
mechanical disadvantage
