Biomechanics in Sports: Interactive Quizzes for Year 13 Students

Question 1

Which fundamental principle of biomechanics does NOT apply in sports?

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Cognition

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Momentum

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Balance

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Gravity

Question 2

Which force acts opposite to the direction of motion, proportional to the velocity of the object?

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Drag

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Friction

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Gravity

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Tension

Question 3

In sports biomechanics, which variable measures the rate of change in angular velocity?

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Angular acceleration

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Acceleration

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Velocity

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Displacement

Question 4

Which physical quality refers to a muscle's ability to exert force over a range of motion?

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Strength

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Flexibility

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Endurance

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Power

Question 5

Which sport primarily involves isometric muscle contractions?

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Weightlifting

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Running

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Swimming

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Cycling

Question 6

Which of the following is NOT a type of lever system in the human body?

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Fourth class lever

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First class lever

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Second class lever

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Third class lever

Question 7

Which factor does NOT directly affect the range of motion of a joint?

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Age

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Joint structure

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Muscle strength and flexibility

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Ligaments and tendons

Question 8

Which of the following is NOT considered a fundamental concept of biomechanics?

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Muscle physiology

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Newton's laws of motion

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Kinematic analysis

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Energetics

Question 9

In biomechanics, 'amplitude' refers to:

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The maximum displacement of an object from a fixed point

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The rate of change in an object's position

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The force exerted on an object

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The angle of an object's trajectory

Question 10

Power in biomechanics is defined as:

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The rate at which work is done

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The force applied multiplied by the distance moved

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The acceleration of an object multiplied by its velocity

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The momentum of an object divided by time

Question 11

Which of the following is NOT a type of muscle contraction that occurs during exercise?

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Plyometric

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Concentric

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Isometric

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Eccentric

Question 12

The concept of 'moment arm' in biomechanics refers to:

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The distance between the point of force application and the axis of rotation

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The magnitude of the force applied

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The length of the lever being acted upon

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The angle of rotation of the lever

Question 13

Which of the following is a commonly used method to analyse kinematic data?

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Motion capture systems

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Force platforms

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Electromyography

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Ultrasound imaging

Question 14

The 'centre of mass' of an object is the point where:

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Its weight is evenly distributed

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Its mass is concentrated

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Its velocity is zero

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Its momentum is zero

Question 15

In a biomechanical experiment, the 'dependent variable' is the variable that:

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Is measured in response to the manipulation

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Is manipulated by the researcher

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Remains constant throughout the experiment

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Cannot be controlled

Question 16

Which of the following is a fundamental principle of biomechanics?

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Newton's Laws of Motion

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Conservation of Energy

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Archimedes' Principle

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Principle of Superposition

Question 17

How does muscular strength influence sports performance?

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Increases power output and force production

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Improves balance and stability

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Enhances flexibility and range of motion

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Reduces risk of injury and muscle fatigue

Question 18

Which type of joint is responsible for the rotation of the head?

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Pivot joint

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Synovial joint

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Cartilaginous joint

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Fibrous joint

Question 19

The moment of inertia of a body is a measure of its:

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Resistance to angular acceleration

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Mass

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Size

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Velocity

Question 20

Kinematic analysis involves:

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Measuring body movements

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Analysing forces acting on the body

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Determining muscle activation patterns

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Predicting performance outcomes

Question 21

The study of how the nervous system controls movement is called:

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Motor control

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Kinesiology

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Neuromechanics

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Bioenergetics

Question 22

Which of the following factors does NOT affect joint range of motion?

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Skin elasticity

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Ligaments

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Muscle length

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Bone shape

Question 23

Which of the following sports primarily involves eccentric muscle contractions?

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Running

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Swimming

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Cycling

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Weightlifting

Question 24

The study of the effects of external forces on the human body is known as:

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Kinetics

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Kinematic analysis

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Anthropometry

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Motor learning

Question 25

Which factor primarily determines an object's velocity?

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Force

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Mass

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Displacement

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Time

Question 26

In the context of sports, discuss the ethical considerations and potential risks that should be taken into account when utilizing biomechanics.

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Biomechanics in sports should prioritize ethical considerations alongside performance optimization to ensure responsible and respectful practices.

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Ethical considerations are irrelevant in sports biomechanics, as the primary focus is on performance enhancement.

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The risks associated with biomechanics in sports are negligible and can be disregarded.

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Informed consent from athletes is not required when using biomechanics for performance analysis.

Question 27

The product of force and displacement is known as:

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Work

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Impulse

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Momentum

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Power

Question 28

In a sports context, the resistance of an object to angular acceleration is referred to as:

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Moment of Inertia

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Torque

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Angular Velocity

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Centripetal Force

Question 29

The force produced by a contracting muscle is referred to as:

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Contractile force

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Eccentric force

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Concentric force

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Isometric force

Question 30

Which of the following factors does NOT influence movement efficiency?

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Reaction time

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Body composition

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Strength

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Joint flexibility

Question 31

The scientific analysis of forces acting on the body during movement is known as:

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Kinesiology

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Bioenergetics

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Electromyography

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Videography

Question 32

The scientific study of human movement is known as:

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Biomechanics

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Physiology

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Kinesiology

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Anatomy

Question 33

Which of the following is NOT a classification of levers in biomechanics?

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Fourth-class lever

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First-class lever

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Second-class lever

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Third-class lever

Question 34

The force applied to an object to accelerate it is called:

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Force

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Mass

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Velocity

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Acceleration

Question 35

Which type of muscle contraction occurs when the muscle lengthens?

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Eccentric contraction

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Concentric contraction

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Isometric contraction

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Isokinetic contraction

Question 36

The principle of superposition states that the:

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Resultant force is the algebraic sum of all the forces acting on the body

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Line of action of the resultant force passes through the center of gravity

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Moment of inertia is a measure of resistance to angular acceleration

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Center of mass moves in the direction of the resultant force

Question 37

Which of the following is NOT a plane of movement?

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Lateral plane

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Sagittal plane

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Frontal plane

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Transverse plane

Question 38

The technique used to measure the force applied to an object is:

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Force plate

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Dynamometer

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Accelerometer

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Goniometer

Question 39

Which of the following is NOT a fundamental principle of biomechanics?

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Momentum

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Equilibrium

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Leverage

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Energy conservation

Question 40

When the gastrocnemius muscle contracts, what type of lever mechanism is involved?

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Third-class lever

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First-class lever

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Second-class lever

Question 41

Which factors influence the moment of force generated at a joint?

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Both force magnitude and distance from the joint axis

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Magnitude of force applied

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Distance from the joint axis of rotation

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Neither force magnitude nor distance from the joint axis

Question 42

How does the release angle affect the trajectory of a projectile in sports like javelin or archery?

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Increasing the release angle increases the vertical height reached

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Decreasing the release angle increases the horizontal distance traveled

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Changing the release angle does not significantly affect the trajectory

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Both decreasing and increasing the release angle increase the trajectory

Question 43

How does the center of mass relate to stability in sports?

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A lower center of mass contributes to increased stability

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A higher center of mass provides greater mobility

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The center of mass has no significant impact on stability

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Stability is solely determined by muscle strength

Question 44

How can biomechanical analysis contribute to the development of personalized training programs for athletes?

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By combining all of the above approaches

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By identifying areas for improvement in technique and performance

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By providing personalized insights into injury risk factors

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By optimizing training intensity and duration