Muscular System Flashcards

Our muscular system flashcards are a helpful study tool for learning about the different muscles in the body. Each card features an English word related to the muscular system on one side, and its definition on the other side. With audio pronunciation included, these flashcards make it easy to learn and remember the names of muscles in the body. Study the muscular system with our flashcards and become an expert in no time!

The muscular system is an integral part of the human body that helps us move and stay active. Muscles are like rubber bands in our body that contract and relax to make our arms, legs, and other body parts move. It’s essential to keep our muscles strong and healthy by exercising regularly and eating nutritious foods. By taking care of our muscular system, we can stay strong and energetic for various activities throughout the day.

Flashcards: Muscular System

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quick facts

  • The human body is composed of over 600 muscles.
  • Muscles can only pull, not push. They work in pairs to create movement.
  • The strongest muscle in the human body is the masseter, which is located in the jaw.
  • Muscles account for approximately 40% of a person’s body weight.
  • Regular exercise can help strengthen and tone muscles, making them more efficient and effective.

card list

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Biceps brachiiThe biceps brachii is a muscle in your upper arm that helps you bend your elbow and lift things.
Triceps brachiiThe triceps brachii is a muscle located on the back of your upper arm that helps you straighten your elbow.
DeltoidThe deltoid muscle is a triangular muscle on the shoulder that helps you lift and rotate your arm.
TrapeziusThe trapezius muscle is like a big triangle on your back that helps you move your shoulders and neck.
Latissimus dorsiThe latissimus dorsi muscle is like a big, strong wing on your back that helps you move your arms and torso.
Pectoralis majorThe pectoralis major is a large muscle in the chest that helps with pushing and pulling movements.
Rectus abdominisThe rectus abdominis is a long, flat muscle that runs vertically down the front of your abdomen. It is often referred to as the “six-pack” muscle because it helps create definition in the abdominal area.
ObliquesThe muscles on the sides of your stomach that help you twist and bend.
Gluteus maximusThe gluteus maximus is the largest muscle in your buttocks that helps you stand up and move your legs.
QuadricepsThe quadriceps are the muscles on the front of your thigh that help you straighten your leg and lift your knee.
HamstringsThe hamstrings are the muscles on the back of your thighs that help you bend your knees and move your legs back.
SoleusThe soleus muscle is located in the calf and helps with standing and walking.
GastrocnemiusThe Gastrocnemius muscle is the big muscle in your calf that helps you point your toes and push off the ground when you walk or run.
Tibialis anteriorThis muscle helps lift your foot up.
Serratus anteriorThe serratus anterior muscle is located on the side of your ribcage and helps with movements like reaching and pushing.
RhomboidsMuscle: Rhomboids – They are muscles in your upper back that help with shoulder movement and posture.
Erector spinaeMuscle that helps support and straighten the spine.
Adductor magnusThe adductor magnus is a large muscle in your inner thigh that helps you bring your legs together.
SartoriusThe sartorius muscle is like a long band that runs down the front of your thigh. It helps you bend your hip and knee.
Tensor fasciae lataeA muscle on the side of your hip that helps with moving your leg.
GracilisThe gracilis muscle is a long, thin muscle in the inner thigh that helps with leg movement.
TemporalisThe Temporalis muscle helps you chew your food by closing your jaw.
MasseterThe muscle that helps you chew food.
SternocleidomastoidNeck muscle that helps turn and tilt the head.
Flexor carpi radialisThis muscle helps bend the wrist towards the palm of the hand.
Extensor digitorumMuscle that extends the fingers and toes.
Flexor hallucis longusMuscle that helps bend the big toe.
Extensor hallucis longusThis muscle helps lift your big toe up.
Psoas majorThe psoas major muscle is located deep in the abdomen and helps flex the hip and spine.
SupraspinatusThe supraspinatus muscle is located on the upper back and helps with lifting your arm to the side.
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