Question

While doing work and running, you move your organs like hands, legs, etc. Which among the following is correct?

• A. Smooth muscles contract and pull the ligament to move the bones
• B. Smooth muscles contract and pull the tendons to move the bones
• C. Skeletal muscles contract and pull the ligament to move the bones
• D. Skeletal muscles contract and pull the tendon to move the bones

Answer 1

The correct option is D

Skeletal muscles contract and pull the tendon to move the bones

The correct option is D.

Explanation for correct answer:

1. The striped, voluntary muscles which have alternate light and dark bands are called Skeletal muscles.
2. About 30-40% of the total body mass is made up of skeletal muscles.
3. These muscles connect to the bones and allow an individual to perform a wide range of movements and functions.
4. Tendons are pulled by skeletal muscles to move the bones, not ligaments.

Final answer: The Skeletal muscles contract and pull the tendons to move the bones for the movements of hands, legs, etc.