Select from the following terms related to muscles to match the definitions.

-Straightening of a flexed limb
A)abduction
B)adduction
C)extension
D)fascia
E)flexion
F)insertion of a muscle
G)origin of a muscle
H)plantar flexion
I)pronation
J)rotation
K)skeletal muscle
L)supination
M)visceral muscle

Question

Select from the following terms related to muscles to match the definitions.

-Straightening of a flexed limb
A)abduction
B)adduction
C)extension
D)fascia
E)flexion
F)insertion of a muscle
G)origin of a muscle
H)plantar flexion
I)pronation
J)rotation
K)skeletal muscle
L)supination
M)visceral muscle

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Extension is the straightening of a flexed limb.

Answer: F
 The insertion of a muscle is the attachment point of the muscle that moves with contraction.

Answer: G
 The origin of a muscle is the attachment point of the muscle that remains stationary during contraction.

Answer: K
 Skeletal muscle is the type of muscle that connects to bone and is responsible for body movement.

Answer: M
 Visceral muscle is the type of muscle found in the walls of internal organs and blood vessels, and is responsible for involuntary movements such as digestion and blood flow.

Select from the Following Terms Related to Muscles to Match