Table of contents

1. Introduction to Anatomy & Physiology5h 43m
2. Cell Chemistry & Cell Components12h 36m
3. Energy & Cell Processes10h 6m
4. Tissues & Histology10h 3m
5. Integumentary System2h 20m
6. Bones & Skeletal Tissue2h 16m
7. The Skeletal System2h 35m
8. Joints2h 17m
9. Muscle Tissue2h 33m
10. Muscles1h 11m
11. Nervous Tissue and Nervous System1h 35m
12. The Central Nervous System1h 6m
- Introduction to the Central Nervous System
  18m
- The Cerebrum
  48m
13. The Peripheral Nervous System1h 26m
14. The Autonomic Nervous System1h 38m
15. The Special Senses2h 41m
16. The Endocrine System2h 48m
17. The Blood3h 22m
18. The Heart3h 42m
19. The Blood Vessels3h 35m
20. The Lymphatic System3h 16m
21. The Immune System14h 37m
22. The Respiratory System3h 20m
23. The Digestive System2h 5m
24. Metabolism and Nutrition4h 0m
25. The Urinary System2h 39m
26. Fluid and Electrolyte Balance, Acid Base Balance37m
27. The Reproductive System2h 5m
28. Human Development1h 21m
29. Heredity3h 32m

10. Muscles

Muscle Actions

Anatomy & Physiology

10. Muscles

Muscle Actions

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What is the term for the mobile end of a muscle that is attached to a bone?

Tendon

Belly

Insertion

Origin

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Understand the anatomy of a muscle: Muscles have two main attachment points—origin and insertion. The origin is the fixed attachment point, typically closer to the center of the body, while the insertion is the mobile attachment point that moves during muscle contraction.

Recognize the role of tendons: Tendons are connective tissues that attach muscles to bones, but they are not the specific term for the mobile end of a muscle.

Clarify the term 'belly': The belly of a muscle refers to the central, fleshy part of the muscle, not its attachment points.

Focus on the term 'insertion': The insertion is the mobile end of a muscle that is attached to a bone and moves when the muscle contracts.

Compare 'origin' and 'insertion': The origin is the fixed attachment point, while the insertion is the mobile attachment point. This distinction helps identify the correct term for the mobile end of a muscle.