Musculoskeletal System Flashcards
1
Q
The body system that provides support, stability, shape, and movement to the body
A
Musculoskeletal system
2
Q
The point at which two (or more) bones meet.
A
Joint
3
Q
Soft connective tissue found between joints
A
Cartilage
4
Q
Connective tissue that attaches bone to bone at a joint
A
Ligaments
5
Q
Connective tissue that attaches muscle to bone
A
Tendons
6
Q
Muscle that can be consciously controlled
A
Voluntary muscle
7
Q
Muscle that is controlled by the autonomic nervous system (not consciously controlled)
A
Involuntary muscle
8
Q
Muscle tissue that has a striped appearance due to its fiber composition
A
Striated muscle
