Anatomy and Physiology for Sport: Interactive Learning Quizzes

Question 1

Which type of muscle tissue is involuntary and found in the walls of blood vessels, controlling blood flow?

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Smooth muscle

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Cardiac muscle

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Skeletal muscle

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Striated muscle

Question 2

Which unique feature sets cardiac muscle apart from skeletal muscle?

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Cardiac muscle cells can contract automatically (autorhythmicity) without external stimulation.

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Cardiac muscle cells have multiple nuclei, while skeletal muscle cells have one nucleus.

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Cardiac muscle cells have a striped appearance, while skeletal muscle cells are smooth.

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Cardiac muscle cells are branched, unlike the unbranched structure of skeletal muscle cells.

Question 3

What is the correct order of events during skeletal muscle contraction, starting with the arrival of a nerve impulse?

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Excitation, Calcium release, Tropomyosin movement, Myosin binding, Contraction, Relaxation

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Relaxation, Excitation, Calcium release, Tropomyosin movement, Myosin binding, Contraction

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Excitation, Contraction, Calcium release, Tropomyosin movement, Myosin binding, Relaxation

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Excitation, Calcium release, Myosin binding, Relaxation, Tropomyosin movement, Contraction

Question 4

Identify the type of tissue that is NOT a muscle tissue:

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Nervous tissue

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Skeletal muscle

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Smooth muscle

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Cardiac muscle

Question 5

During exercise, the body utilizes energy systems in a specific order. Rank these energy systems from the one used for the shortest duration to the one used for the longest duration:

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ATP-PC, glycolysis, oxidative phosphorylation

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Oxidative phosphorylation, glycolysis, ATP-PC

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Glycolysis, ATP-PC, oxidative phosphorylation

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Oxidative phosphorylation, ATP-PC, glycolysis

Question 6

Identify the types of muscle tissue found in the human body:

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Skeletal muscle

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Smooth muscle

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Cardiac muscle

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Adipose tissue

Question 7

Which of the following is NOT a type of muscle tissue in the human body?

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Adipose tissue

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Cardiac muscle

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Smooth muscle

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Skeletal muscle

Question 8

Which neurotransmitter triggers the contraction of skeletal muscle fibers?

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Acetylcholine

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Epinephrine

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Dopamine

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Serotonin

Question 9

Which of the following is NOT a function of the nervous system?

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Regulating hormone production

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Receiving and processing sensory information

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Controlling movement through muscle contraction

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Maintaining homeostasis by regulating body functions

Question 10

Which of the following is NOT a primary function of the skeletal system in the human body?

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Producing red blood cells

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Providing structural support and protection for the body's organs

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Enabling movement through the attachment of muscles

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Storing and releasing minerals, like calcium and phosphorus

Question 11

Which of the following is NOT a type of muscle tissue?

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Connective tissue

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Skeletal muscle

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Smooth muscle

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Cardiac muscle

Question 12

Which of the following is NOT a function of bones in the human body?

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Producing blood cells

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Providing structural support

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Protecting internal organs

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Regulating calcium levels

Question 13

In prolonged muscular contractions, which muscle fiber type is primarily recruited because it resists fatigue?

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Type I muscle fibers

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Type IIa muscle fibers

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Type IIx muscle fibers

Question 14

Which of the following is NOT a primary function of the skeletal system?

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Production of blood cells (hemopoiesis)

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Support and protection of the body

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Movement (in conjunction with muscles)

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Storage of minerals (e.g., calcium and phosphorus)

Question 15

Which of the following is NOT a type of muscle tissue found in the human body?

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Ligament

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Cardiac

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Smooth

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Skeletal

Question 16

Which of the following is NOT a primary function of skeletal muscle?

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Storing energy as fat

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Generating movement

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Maintaining balance

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Producing heat

Question 17

Which of the following is the main function of slow-twitch muscle fibres in skeletal muscle?

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Maintain contractions for longer periods, like in endurance activities.

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Produce fast and powerful contractions for short bursts of activity.

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Store and release energy during intense exercise.

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Protect muscles from damage during high-intensity exercise.

Question 18

Which of the following is a defining characteristic of synovial joints?

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High degree of mobility

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Limited range of motion due to fibrous connections

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Immobility due to cartilage connections

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Hinge-like motion due to ligament connections

Question 19

Which function is NOT carried out by the endocrine system?

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Stimulating muscle contractions

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Regulating blood glucose levels

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Controlling reproductive functions

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Balancing fluid and electrolyte levels

Question 20

Which of the following is NOT a primary function of the human skeletal system?

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Producing red blood cells

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Providing support and structure to the body

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Enabling movement by attaching to muscles

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Storing minerals like calcium and phosphorus

Question 21

What method is used to measure the movement of the human body?

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Kinematic analysis

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Electromyography (EMG)

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Goniometry

Question 22

Within the human circulatory system, what is the main function of smooth muscle?

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Regulating blood pressure and controlling blood flow distribution

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Pumping blood from the heart to the body

Question 23

Which characteristic does NOT apply to smooth muscle tissue?

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Striated

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Involuntary

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Found in blood vessels and organs

Question 24

In the human respiratory system, which structure is responsible for the exchange of gases between the blood and the air we breathe?

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Alveoli

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Trachea

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Bronchi

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Bronchioles

Question 25

In the human respiratory system, which structure is responsible for exchanging oxygen and carbon dioxide during breathing?

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Alveoli

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Trachea

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Bronchi

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Pharynx

Question 26

Which function is NOT performed by the skeletal system?

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Storing and releasing heat to regulate body temperature

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Providing structural support and protection for vital organs

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Facilitating movement by serving as attachment points for muscles

Question 27

Which characteristic is NOT a function of the integumentary system?

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Excretion of bodily waste

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Protection from external factors

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Detection of sensory stimuli

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Regulation of body temperature

Question 28

Which hormone triggers the breakdown of glycogen in the liver, known as glycogenolysis, to maintain blood sugar balance?

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Glucagon

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Insulin

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Adrenaline

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Thyroxine

Question 29

What is the primary function of the nervous system?

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Coordinate and control body functions

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Regulate body temperature

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Produce and release hormones

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Provide structural support to the body

Question 30

Which of the following accurately describes the structure of skeletal muscle?

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Skeletal muscle fibers are organized in parallel bundles.

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Skeletal muscle fibers store myoglobin.

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Skeletal muscle fibers have only one nucleus.

Question 31

Which of the following is a characteristic of fast-twitch muscle fibers?

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Recruited for activities requiring rapid bursts of power

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High concentration of mitochondria

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High fatigue resistance

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Primarily found in the muscles of the back and legs

Question 32

Which characteristic is unique to fast-twitch muscle fibers?

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High force production

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Abundant mitochondria

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Resistance to fatigue

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Endurance

Question 33

Which of the following statements about the nervous system is NOT true?

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The nervous system is the only system in the body that cannot regenerate itself.

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The nervous system controls both voluntary (e.g., movement) and involuntary functions (e.g., breathing and heart rate).

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The nervous system is made up of neurons, specialized cells that transmit information throughout the body.

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The nervous system is protected by the skull and the spinal column.

Question 34

How does ATP hydrolysis contribute to muscle contraction?

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ATP hydrolysis provides the energy for muscle contraction.

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Muscle contraction initiates ATP hydrolysis.

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ATP hydrolysis is unrelated to muscle contraction.

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ATP hydrolysis occurs after muscle contraction.

Question 35

Which of these is NOT a psychological factor that affects sports performance?

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Age

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Motivation

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Confidence

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Anxiety

Question 36

How does the respiratory system help maintain acid-base balance during exercise?

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By increasing ventilation to remove carbon dioxide, preventing respiratory acidosis.

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By holding onto hydrogen ions in the blood to keep blood pH stable.

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By decreasing ventilation to save oxygen and improve performance.

Question 37

The heart muscle is classified as which of the following types?

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Cardiac muscle

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Skeletal muscle

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Smooth muscle

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Voluntary muscle

Question 38

Which of the following is not a primary function of the respiratory system?

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Nutrient absorption

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Gas exchange

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Temperature regulation

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Waste removal

Question 39

Which hormone is responsible for elevating blood glucose levels?

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Glucagon

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Insulin

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Adrenaline

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Cortisol

Question 40

What is the process by which oxygen is carried in the blood referred to as?

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Oxygenation

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Haemolysis

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Erythropoiesis

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Oxidation

Question 41

Which part of the nervous system is responsible for coordinating voluntary muscle movements?

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Somatic nervous system

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Central nervous system

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Peripheral nervous system

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Autonomic nervous system

Question 42

Where in the body does gluconeogenesis primarily occur?

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Liver

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Pancreas

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Skeletal muscle

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Heart

Question 43

Which of the following is the primary function of the cardiovascular system?

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To transport substances throughout the body

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To regulate body temperature

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To produce hormones

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To contract and relax to produce movement

Question 44

What is the primary function of the respiratory system?

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To exchange gases between the bloodstream and the atmosphere

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To filter and purify the blood

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To regulate body pH

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To store and release energy

Question 45

Which hormone is released by the adrenal glands in response to stress?

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Epinephrine

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Testosterone

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Insulin

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Glucagon

Question 46

What is the function of the Golgi apparatus?

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To modify, package, and secrete proteins

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To produce ribosomes

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To synthesize lipids

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To store genetic material

Question 47

Which of the following is NOT a principle of fitness training?

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Maintenance

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Overload

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Progression

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Reversibility

Question 48

What is the primary energy source for the body during intense exercise?

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Carbohydrates

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Fats

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Proteins

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ATP

Question 49

Which function is NOT performed by the skeletal system?

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Producing antibodies

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Supporting and protecting body structures

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Storing and releasing minerals

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Attaching muscles

Question 50

Which muscle type enables voluntary movement?

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Skeletal muscle

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Smooth muscle

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Cardiac muscle

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Visceral muscle

Question 51

Which hormone increases both heart rate and blood pressure?

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Adrenaline

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Insulin

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Testosterone

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Progesterone

Question 52

Which energy system supports short-duration, high-intensity activities?

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ATP-PC system

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Glycolytic system

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Oxidative system

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Anaerobic system

Question 53

Which joint type allows for movement in two planes?

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Saddle joint

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Hinge joint

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Ball-and-socket joint

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Pivot joint

Question 54

Which characteristic is associated with the parasympathetic nervous system?

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Rest-and-digest response

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Fight-or-flight response

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Increased heart rate

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Dilation of pupils

Question 55

The body's response to changes in its internal environment is known as:

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Homeostasis

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Feedback loop

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Negative feedback

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Positive feedback

Question 56

Which of the following is NOT a recognized psychological strategy that athletes can use to enhance their motivation, focus, and resilience in competitive situations?

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Crying

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Setting personal performance goals

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Engaging in positive self-talk

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Using visualization to imagine successful performances

Question 57

Describe the key characteristics of the different types of muscle fibers, including their involvement in various physical activities.

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Type I: Slow-twitch, oxidative, high fatigue resistance, predominant in endurance activities

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Type IIA: Fast-twitch, oxidative-glycolytic, intermediate fatigue resistance, involved in both power and endurance activities

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Type IIX: Fast-twitch, glycolytic, low fatigue resistance, dominant in power activities

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Type IIB: Slow-twitch, glycolytic, high oxidative capacity

Question 58

What is the primary function of the respiratory system?

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To exchange oxygen and carbon dioxide

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To regulate body temperature and pH levels

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To filter out pathogens and toxins

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To produce hormones that regulate respiration

Question 59

Which organelle in muscle cells is responsible for energy production?

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Mitochondria

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Ribosomes

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Lysosomes

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Endoplasmic reticulum

Question 60

Which factor does NOT influence oxygen consumption during physical activity?

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Age

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Exercise intensity

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Fitness level

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Ambient temperature

Question 61

What is the primary role of the sympathetic nervous system during exercise?

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To prepare the body for physical activity (fight or flight response)

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To slow down heart rate and blood pressure

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To promote digestion and nutrient absorption

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To regulate blood sugar levels and insulin sensitivity

Question 62

Which of the following is an example of an isometric muscle contraction, where muscle length does not change?

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Plank

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Bicep curl

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Squat

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Jump

Question 63

What is the primary role of the hormones adrenaline and noradrenaline in the body's response to exercise?

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To increase heart rate, blood pressure, and blood flow to muscles

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To decrease blood flow to muscles and increase blood flow to the digestive system

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To promote glycogen breakdown and inhibit protein synthesis

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To reduce oxygen consumption and enhance muscle relaxation

Question 64

Which of the following is a potential consequence of overtraining or excessive exercise without adequate rest?

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Increased risk of injury, burnout, and reduced performance

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Improved physical fitness and athletic performance

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Enhanced sleep quality and mood

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Reduced muscle soreness and inflammation