Muscular System Crossword Puzzle

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  1. 2. there are over 600 of these in the human body.
  2. 4. is a vital component of the human body responsible for movement and stability. It consists of three main types of muscles: skeletal muscles, smooth muscles, and cardiac muscles. Muscles are composed of individual fibers that contract and relax to produce motion, making the muscular system essential for everyday activities and overall physical well-being.
  3. 6. are found exclusively in the heart. Cardiac muscles are responsible for pumping blood throughout the body. They contract rhythmically and involuntarily, ensuring a continuous flow of oxygenated blood to the tissues.
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  1. 1. Stability, posture, heart protection and _____ are all functions of the muscular system.
  2. 3. are the muscles attached to the bones and are responsible for voluntary movements such as walking, running, and lifting objects. Skeletal muscles work in pairs, with one contracting while the other relaxes to produce movement.
  3. 5. also known as involuntary or visceral muscles, smooth muscles are found in the walls of organs and structures like the digestive tract, blood vessels, and the respiratory system. They function automatically, controlling processes like digestion and regulating blood flow.