Muscles Of The Body: Types, Groups, Anatomy & Functions What are the properties of the muscles? Answer. The properties of muscles are as follows: Irritability, i.e. they are sensitive to stimuli. Contractility, i.e. they contract in response to stimuli. Extensibility, i.e. they can stretch. Elasticity, i.e. they can assume a desired shape after being … [Read more...] about Muscles Of The Body: Types, Groups, Anatomy & Functions
Layers Of The Skin
Layers Of The Skin Enumerate the layers of epidermis. The thick skin presents the following five layers, from deep to superficial: Stratum basale/stratum germinatum/basal layer Stratum spinosum/spiny layer Stratum granulosum/granular layer Stratum lucidum/clear layer Stratum corneum/cornified layer "Risk Factors For Damage To Skin … [Read more...] about Layers Of The Skin
Hip Joint Stability – Open Packed & Close Packed
Hip Joint Stability - Open Packed & Close Packed Closed-packed position It is the position of a joint in which fibrous capsule and ligaments are taut and articular surfaces are fully congruent, i.e. have a maximum area of contact with each other. This is the most stable position of joint and therefore dislocations are rare in this position. "Importance Of … [Read more...] about Hip Joint Stability – Open Packed & Close Packed
Types Of Movements Of Synovial Joints
Types Of Movements Of Synovial Joints Question 1. What are the types of movements that commonly occur in the synovial joints? Answer. Four types of movements commonly occur in the synovial joints: Gliding Angular Circumduction Rotation "Importance Of Synovial Joint Movements For Mobility" Question 2. Write a short note on adjunct and conjunct … [Read more...] about Types Of Movements Of Synovial Joints
Fibrous, Cartilage, And Synovial Joints
Fibrous, Cartilage, And Synovial Joints Fibrous Joints Sutures: These joints are found in the skull and are immovable (i.e. synarthrosis). The articulating bones are connected by sutural ligaments or thin membranes of fibrous tissue. "The Role Of Synovial Fluid In Reducing Joint Friction" Fibrous Joints Syndesmosis: The articulating bones are connected to … [Read more...] about Fibrous, Cartilage, And Synovial Joints