Anatomy- Human Phys

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1. Which muscle is located on the front of the upper arm?

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The Biceps Brachii is a muscle located on the front of the upper arm and is responsible for flexing the elbow.

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2. What is another name for the collarbone?

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The correct anatomical term for the collarbone is clavicle, which is a long bone that serves as a strut between the shoulder blade and the sternum.

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3. Which muscle is responsible for lifting your arm up sideways?

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The deltoid muscle is located in the shoulder and is responsible for lifting the arm up sideways, while the triceps, biceps, and quadriceps are located in the arm and leg muscles and are not involved in this specific movement.

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4. Which is the longest and strongest bone in the human body?

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The femur, or thigh bone, is the longest and strongest bone in the human body. It extends from the hip to the knee and helps support the body's weight during activities such as walking and running.

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5. What is the name of the smaller bone located alongside the tibia in the lower leg?

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The fibula is a smaller bone located alongside the tibia in the lower leg, forming part of the human ankle joint.

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6. What is the bone in the upper arm called?

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The correct answer is humerus because it is the bone located in the upper arm, connecting the shoulder and the elbow.

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7. What is the ancient name for the city now known as Troy?

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Troy is known in ancient texts as Ilium, not the other options provided.

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8. Which muscles are responsible for the forced expiration?

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The internal intercostals are responsible for the forced expiration by decreasing the size of the thoracic cavity.

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9. Which bone forms the lower and back part of the hip bone?

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The ischium is one of the three bones that combine to form the hip bone, also known as the innominate or coxal bone. It is located in the lower and back part of the hip bone, providing structural support and attachment points for muscles.

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10. What is the scientific name for the kneecap?

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The correct term for the kneecap is the patella. The femur, tibia, and fibula are other bones in the human body, but they are not the scientific term for the kneecap.

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11. What is the name of the ligament that connects the patella to the tibia?

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The correct answer is the Patellar Ligament because it connects the patella (kneecap) to the tibia (shin bone), allowing for movement and stability in the knee joint. The Achilles Tendon connects the calf muscles to the heel bone, the Rotator Cuff is a group of muscles and tendons in the shoulder, and the MCL (Medial Collateral Ligament) is a ligament that helps stabilize the knee joint.

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12. Which gland is often referred to as the master gland of the human body?

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The pituitary gland is often referred to as the master gland because it controls the functions of other endocrine glands in the body.

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13. Which part of the hip bone is also known as the pubic bone?

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The pubis, also known as the pubic bone, is one of the three bones that make up the hip bone. It is located at the front of the pelvis.

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14. What is the main muscle located in the front of the thigh?

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The Quadriceps Femoris is a group of muscles located in the front of the thigh responsible for extending the knee joint.

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15. Which muscle is responsible for the 'six-pack' appearance in the abdomen?

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The Rectus Abdominis muscle is a paired muscle running vertically on each side of the anterior wall of the human abdomen. It is also known as the 'abs' muscle and is responsible for the 'six-pack' appearance.

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16. What part of the human body protects the lungs and heart?

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The ribs form a protective cage around the thoracic cavity where the lungs and heart are located.

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17. What bone in the human body is also known as the shoulder blade?

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The scapula, also known as the shoulder blade, is a flat bone that connects the upper arm to the collarbone. It plays a crucial role in the movement of the shoulder and arm.

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18. What is the name of the muscle that allows you to rotate your head?

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The sternocleidomastoid muscle is responsible for rotating the head, while the deltoid is responsible for shoulder movement, gluteus maximus for hip movement, and quadriceps for knee extension.

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19. What is the name of the flat, sword-shaped bone located at the bottom of the sternum?

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The flat, sword-shaped bone located at the bottom of the sternum is known as the xiphoid process. It is a small cartilaginous process (extension) of the lower part of the sternum.

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20. Which gland in the human body produces hormones that regulate metabolism, growth, and development?

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The thyroid gland produces hormones that regulate metabolism, growth, and development in the body. The pituitary gland produces various hormones that control other endocrine glands. The adrenal gland produces hormones related to stress response. The pancreas produces insulin and other digestive enzymes.

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21. What is the bone located in the lower leg that is commonly known as the shinbone?

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The tibia is the larger of the two bones in the lower leg and is commonly known as the shinbone. The femur is the bone located in the thigh, the humerus is the bone in the upper arm, and the radius is one of the two bones in the forearm. The tibia is responsible for supporting the body's weight and is an important part of the skeletal system.

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22. Which muscle is located on the back of the upper arm?

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The Triceps Brachii is the muscle located on the back of the upper arm and is responsible for extending the elbow.

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23. What is another name for the spinal column?

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The spinal column is also known as the vertebral column as it consists of a series of vertebrae stacked on top of each other to form the backbone.

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24. Which muscle is located in the inner thigh and helps in adducting the thigh?

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The Adductor Longus muscle is primarily responsible for adducting the thigh, while the Rectus Femoris, Gluteus Maximus, and Sartorius are not primarily involved in this action.

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25. Which muscle separates the thoracic cavity from the abdominal cavity?

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The diaphragm is the primary muscle responsible for separating the thoracic cavity and the abdominal cavity, aiding in respiration.

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26. What is the distance from the center of a circle to any point on its circumference called?

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The radius of a circle is the distance from the center to any point on its circumference. It is half the length of the diameter, the perimeter of the circle (circumference), or a line segment connecting two points on the circle (chord).

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27. What is another term for relating to time?

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The correct term for relating to time is 'Temporal'. 'Spatial' relates to space, 'Ephemeral' relates to something short-lived, and 'Chronological' relates to the arrangement of events in order of occurrence.

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28. Which bone is located on the medial side of the forearm?

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The ulna is the bone located on the medial side of the forearm, while the radius is located on the lateral side. The femur is a bone in the thigh, and the scapula is a bone in the shoulder region.

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Which muscle is located on the front of the upper arm?
What is another name for the collarbone?
Which muscle is responsible for lifting your arm up sideways?
Which is the longest and strongest bone in the human body?
What is the name of the smaller bone located alongside the tibia in...
What is the bone in the upper arm called?
What is the ancient name for the city now known as Troy?
Which muscles are responsible for the forced expiration?
Which bone forms the lower and back part of the hip bone?
What is the scientific name for the kneecap?
What is the name of the ligament that connects the patella to the...
Which gland is often referred to as the master gland of the human...
Which part of the hip bone is also known as the pubic bone?
What is the main muscle located in the front of the thigh?
Which muscle is responsible for the 'six-pack' appearance in the...
What part of the human body protects the lungs and heart?
What bone in the human body is also known as the shoulder blade?
What is the name of the muscle that allows you to rotate your head?
What is the name of the flat, sword-shaped bone located at the bottom...
Which gland in the human body produces hormones that regulate...
What is the bone located in the lower leg that is commonly known as...
Which muscle is located on the back of the upper arm?
What is another name for the spinal column?
Which muscle is located in the inner thigh and helps in adducting the...
Which muscle separates the thoracic cavity from the abdominal cavity?
What is the distance from the center of a circle to any point on its...
What is another term for relating to time?
Which bone is located on the medial side of the forearm?
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