Motor Skills & Movement Patterns

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    Kinesiology is...

    • The study of living organisms
    • The study of human movement
    • The application of mechanical principles to living organisms
    • The study of matter and the changes it undergoes
    • The study of sports
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This quiz contains 5 multiple choice questions. You will have 3 minutes to answer these questions. Those of you who answer all 5 questions correctly will earn 5 extra credit points added to your grade.

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  • 2. 

    Acting forces help to create a frisbee flying through the air, or a spiral on a thrown football, or a baseball pitcher's curveball.  These forces all apply principles of ...

    • Physics

    • Biology

    • Chemistry

    • Calculus

    • Non-Locomotor movement patterns

    Correct Answer
    A. Physics
    Explanation
    Acting forces, such as the force applied when throwing a frisbee, football, or pitching a baseball, are all examples of principles of physics in action. Physics principles, such as Newton's laws of motion and the principles of aerodynamics, explain how these objects move through the air and the forces that act upon them. Understanding these principles allows us to predict and control the trajectory and behavior of these objects.

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    _____________ is the application of mechanical principles to living organisms.

    • Kinesiology

    • Biology

    • Physics

    • Movement

    • Biomechanics

    Correct Answer
    A. Biomechanics
    Explanation
    Biomechanics is the application of mechanical principles to living organisms. It involves the study of how forces and mechanics affect the structure and function of biological systems. This field combines principles from physics and biology to understand how movement and physical activities are influenced by factors such as muscle strength, joint mechanics, and body mechanics. Biomechanics plays a crucial role in various fields, including sports science, rehabilitation, ergonomics, and orthopedics, as it helps in analyzing and improving human performance, preventing injuries, and designing more efficient equipment and techniques.

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    The combined actions of your brain, nervous system, muscles, joints, and bones that allow you to physically move is called...

    • Movement Patterns

    • Coordination and Balance

    • Motor Skills

    • Locomotor Movement

    • Biomechanics

    Correct Answer
    A. Motor Skills
    Explanation
    Motor skills refer to the combined actions of your brain, nervous system, muscles, joints, and bones that allow you to physically move. This includes both gross motor skills, such as walking and running, as well as fine motor skills, such as writing and buttoning a shirt. Motor skills are essential for everyday activities and are developed and refined through practice and experience. They play a crucial role in coordination, balance, and overall movement patterns.

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    This Greek philosopher wrote the first book on Biomechanics more than 2300 years ago

    • Plato

    • Aristotle

    • Socrates

    • Hercules

    • Aeropostale

    Correct Answer
    A. Aristotle
    Explanation
    Aristotle is the correct answer because he was a Greek philosopher who wrote the first book on Biomechanics more than 2300 years ago. He was known for his contributions to various fields of study, including physics, biology, and philosophy. In his book "On the Movement of Animals," Aristotle explored the principles of biomechanics by examining the movement and locomotion of different animals. His work laid the foundation for the study of biomechanics and had a significant influence on future scientists and philosophers in understanding the mechanics of living organisms.

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