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The study of movement is called____________.


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Anatomy

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Locomotion

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Kinesiology

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All the above

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Solution

The correct option is C

Kinesiology


Kinesiology, also known as human kinetics, is the scientific study of human movement or non-human body movement. Kinesiology addresses physiological, biomechanical and psychological mechanisms of movement. Applications of kinesiology to human health include biomechanics and orthopaedics; strength and conditioning; sports psychology; methods of rehabilitation, such as physical and occupational therapy; and sport and exercise.


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