Muscles and Joints

Muscles and Joints

This week we will be learning about the different parts of a joint and how muscles work in pairs. 

Muscle and Joint Slides are here

Notes:

Questions:

1. What is the job of a muscle? It helps you to move your body.

2. Name the two muscles in your Upper Arm: Biceps, Triceps 

3. If the gastrocnemius is contracting, what will the tibialis anterior be doing? Relaxing 

4. What do the following parts of a joint do?

1. Cartilage

2. Synovial fluid

3. Ligament

5. What are two examples in the human body of a:

1. Hinge Joint: 1________Elbow_______ 2.____Knee__________

2. Ball and Socket Joint : 1______Shoulder_________ 2.____Hip__________

6. Watch the video: Why do joints click? And explain what causes joints to click. The bubble forms and that’s what causes our joints to pop or click, the sound you hear is caused by air bubbles.

7. Watch the video: What makes the muscle grow? How does working out help muscles to grow? The body repairs damaged fibers by fusing them.

Link to Quizlet terms:https://quizlet.com/nz/478958160/muscles-and-joints-flash-cards/