Master Biomechanics Basics: Enhance Sports Performance

Question 1

In biomechanics, what is force defined as?

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A push or pull that can accelerate an object

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The rate at which an object's momentum changes

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The energy output per unit time

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The opposing force acting against an object's motion

Question 2

Motion is characterized by the following:

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Displacement, velocity, and acceleration

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Mass, force, and energy

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Power, speed, and distance

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Torque, leverage, and momentum

Question 3

Which of the following is not considered a form of energy?

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Strength

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Kinetic energy

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Potential energy

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Elastic energy

Question 4

How can biomechanics contribute to injury prevention in sports?

Accepted Answer

By identifying and correcting movement patterns that increase injury risk

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By providing protective equipment

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By enhancing flexibility and fitness

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By reducing training intensity and duration

Question 5

Which human body structure is an example of a lever?

Accepted Answer

Elbow joint

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Patellar tendon

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Quadriceps muscle

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Rib cage

Question 6

What is the relationship between torque and force?

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Torque equals force applied perpendicular to the lever arm

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Force equals torque applied parallel to the lever arm

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Torque and force are inversely proportional

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Torque and force are directly proportional

Question 7

Which type of force directly opposes motion?

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Friction

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Tension

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Gravity

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Shear

Question 8

What term describes the rate of change in velocity?

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Acceleration

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Displacement

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Momentum

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Velocity

Question 9

Which energy form represents the total energy of an object in motion?

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Mechanical energy

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Potential energy

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Kinetic energy

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Thermal energy

Question 10

Ligaments in the human body primarily serve which function?

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Connecting bones

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Contracting muscles

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Protecting organs

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Producing blood cells

Question 11

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

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Biology

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Force

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Motion

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Energy

Question 12

What type of force acts in opposition to the direction of motion?

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Friction

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Gravity

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Tension

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Acceleration

Question 13

Which type of motion describes an object moving in a straight path?

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Linear

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Angular

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Projectile

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Rotational

Question 14

What type of energy is associated with an object's motion?

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Kinetic energy

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Potential energy

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Elastic energy

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Chemical energy

Question 15

What is the field of study that examines the relationship between muscle function and movement?

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Kinesiology

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Biochemistry

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Anatomy

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Physiology

Question 16

Which property of muscle allows it to shorten and produce force?

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Contractility

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Extensibility

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Elasticity

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Relaxation

Question 17

How do different types of force affect sports performance, and how can manipulating force improve athletic outcomes?

Accepted Answer

Force manipulation involves changing the size, direction, or point of application of force to enhance athletic performance.

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Force has no impact on sports performance.

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All types of force equally benefit sports performance.

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Force manipulation is only for elite athletes.

Question 18

Which of the following is a fundamental concept in biomechanics?

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Force

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Heat

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Momentum

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Power

Question 19

A force that acts perpendicular to the surface of an object is called:

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Normal force

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Tension force

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Frictional force

Question 20

An object's resistance to acceleration is known as its:

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Mass

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Weight

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Volume

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Density

Question 21

The rate of change of velocity is:

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Acceleration

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Momentum

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Speed

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Displacement

Question 22

Which of the following is NOT a form of mechanical energy?

Accepted Answer

Heat

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Kinetic energy

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Potential energy

Question 23

A technique used in biomechanics to measure the forces acting on a body is:

Accepted Answer

Force plate analysis

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Motion capture

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Electromyography

Question 24

How can biomechanics be used to enhance athletic performance?

Accepted Answer

By analysing and optimizing movement patterns

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By improving endurance

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By increasing muscle mass