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Class 11 Physical Education: Unit 8 — Fundamentals Of Kinesiology And Biomechanics In Sports

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About 18 min readUnit 8: Fundamentals of Kinesiology and Biomechanics in SportsUpdated 10 Sep 2026
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Question 1: The science that deals with the movement aspect of the human body is known as: a) Physiology b) Anatomy c) Botany d) Kinesiology

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d) Kinesiology

Question 2: The scientific study of human or non-human body movements is known as: a) Physiology b) Anatomy c) Biology d) Kinesiology

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d) Kinesiology

Question 3: Sports biomechanics can be described as: a) Mechanics of sports b) Kinesiology c) Physics of sports d) Sports dynamics

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c) Physics of sports

Question 4: _____ is a person's ability to control their body position relative to some support base: a) Inertia b) Balance c) Spin d) Coordination

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b) Balance

Question 5: Simultaneous = weight lifting and Sequential = Base Ball Pitcher is an example of: a) Inertia b) Balance c) Spin d) Coordination Continuum

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d) Coordination Continuum

Question 6: Using the sweep shot in hockey, wherein more force and time are applied, gives it much more power than a hit and is an example of which Principle of Biomechanics: a) Force-Motion b) Force-Time c) Range of Motion d) Segmental Interaction

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b) Force-Time

Question 7: The kinematics analyses motion in terms of: a) Time b) Displacement c) Velocity d) All of the above

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d) All of the above

Question 8: Sports biomechanics is traditionally divided into the study of: a) Kinetics b) Kinematics c) Both a and b d) None of the above

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c) Both a and b

Question 9: The term flexion refers to: a) bending b) turning c) twisting d) straightening

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a) bending

Question 10: Extension is: a) bending b) turning c) twisting d) straightening

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d) straightening

Question 11: Moving away from the reference axis is known as: a) Flexion b) Extension c) Abduction d) Adduction

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c) Abduction

Question 12: Bringing the body part closer to the reference axis is called: a) Flexion b) Extension c) Abduction d) Adduction

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d) Adduction

Question 13: The plane which divides the body into a left and a right is called: a) Coronal plane b) Sagittal plane c) Vertical plane d) Transverse plane

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b) Sagittal plane

Question 14: Kinesiology is derived from the Greek word kinesis which means: a) Movement b) Study c) Body d) Health

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a) Movement

Question 15: The father of kinesiology is considered to be: a) Aristotle b) Newton c) Borelli d) Galen

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a) Aristotle

Question 16: Aristotle wrote about the analysis of walking around: a) 200 BC b) 300 BC c) 400 BC d) 500 BC

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b) 300 BC

Question 17: According to Rasch & Burke, kinesiology is a term formed by combination of: a) Kinesin and logos b) Kinesis and logy c) Kin and esiology d) None of the above

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a) Kinesin and logos

Question 18: Biomechanics studies the mechanical principles of: a) Living organisms b) Non-living objects c) Only human beings d) Only animals

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a) Living organisms

Question 19: Statics is the study of systems that are: a) In motion with acceleration b) In constant motion or at rest c) Moving with high speed d) Moving with low speed

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b) In constant motion or at rest

Question 20: Dynamics is the study of systems: a) At rest b) In motion with acceleration c) In constant motion d) With no motion

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b) In motion with acceleration

Question 21: Kinematics involves the study of: a) Forces causing motion b) Motion with respect to time c) Acceleration only d) None of the above

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b) Motion with respect to time

Question 22: Kinetics involves the study of: a) Forces associated with motion b) Motion with respect to time c) Velocity only d) Displacement only

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a) Forces associated with motion

Question 23: The Principle of Force-Motion states that: a) Balanced forces create motion b) Unbalanced forces create or modify motion c) No forces are needed for motion d) Only gravity causes motion

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b) Unbalanced forces create or modify motion

Question 24: The Principle of Inertia states that: a) Objects resist changes in their state of motion b) Objects always move c) Objects never move d) Objects accelerate continuously

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a) Objects resist changes in their state of motion

Question 25: The linear measure of inertia is: a) Weight b) Mass c) Volume d) Density

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b) Mass

Question 26: The angular measure of inertia is: a) Moment of inertia b) Mass c) Weight d) Volume

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a) Moment of inertia

Question 27: Maximum speed/distance is achieved at an optimal angle of: a) 30 degrees b) 45 degrees c) 60 degrees d) 90 degrees

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b) 45 degrees

Question 28: The Principle of Balance relates to: a) Centre of gravity b) Base of support c) Both a and b d) None of the above

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c) Both a and b

Question 29: The Sagittal axis is also known as: a) Anteroposterior axis b) Transverse axis c) Longitudinal axis d) Horizontal axis

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a) Anteroposterior axis

Question 30: The Frontal axis is also known as: a) Anteroposterior axis b) Transverse axis c) Longitudinal axis d) Vertical axis

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b) Transverse axis

Question 31: The Vertical axis is also known as: a) Anteroposterior axis b) Transverse axis c) Longitudinal axis d) Horizontal axis

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c) Longitudinal axis

Question 32: A free-body diagram is a simplified model showing: a) Forces acting on an object b) The shape of an object c) The colour of an object d) The texture of an object

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a) Forces acting on an object

Question 33: The Principle of Force-Time is related to: a) Impulse b) Power c) Work d) Energy

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a) Impulse

Question 34: Inertia can be viewed as a _____ to motion: a) Resistance b) Assistance c) Enhancement d) Acceleration

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a) Resistance

Question 35: To increase stability, one should: a) Increase base of support b) Lower centre of gravity c) Both a and b d) None of the above

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c) Both a and b

Question 36: The Principle of Segmental Interaction is also known as: a) Transfer of forces b) Balance c) Spin d) Inertia

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a) Transfer of forces

Question 37: Spin is desirable on thrown balls because it: a) Stabilizes flight b) Creates lift c) Both a and b d) None of the above

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c) Both a and b

Question 38: The Principle of Optimal Projection states that: a) All angles are optimal b) There is an optimal angle for specific goals c) Only vertical projection works d) Only horizontal projection works

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b) There is an optimal angle for specific goals

Question 39: A tennis player putting top spin on a ball is an example of: a) Principle of Spin b) Principle of Balance c) Principle of Inertia d) Principle of Force-Motion

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a) Principle of Spin

Question 40: Sumo wrestlers having a wide and low stance is an example of: a) Principle of Balance b) Principle of Inertia c) Principle of Spin d) Principle of Force-Motion

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a) Principle of Balance

Question 41: Standing still is an example of: a) Principle of Force-Motion b) Principle of Inertia c) Principle of Balance d) Principle of Spin

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a) Principle of Force-Motion

Question 42: Reduced range of motion is used in: a) Throwing a dart b) Throwing a javelin c) Throwing a shot put d) Long jump

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a) Throwing a dart

Question 43: Increased range of motion is used in: a) Throwing a dart b) Throwing a javelin c) Both a and b d) None of the above

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b) Throwing a javelin

Question 44: The centre of gravity may be defined as the point at which: a) Three planes of the body intersect b) Two planes of the body intersect c) All forces act d) All motions occur

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a) Three planes of the body intersect

Question 45: Anterior/Ventral refers to: a) Towards the front of the body b) Towards the back of the body c) Towards the head d) Towards the lower part

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a) Towards the front of the body

Question 46: Posterior/Dorsal refers to: a) Towards the front of the body b) Towards the back of the body c) Towards the head d) Towards the lower part

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b) Towards the back of the body

Question 47: Superior/Cranial refers to: a) Towards the front of the body b) Towards the back of the body c) Towards the head d) Towards the lower part

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c) Towards the head

Question 48: Inferior/Caudal refers to: a) Towards the front of the body b) Towards the back of the body c) Towards the head d) Towards the lower part

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d) Towards the lower part

Question 49: Medial refers to: a) Towards the midline of the body b) Away from the midline of the body c) Towards the front d) Towards the back

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a) Towards the midline of the body

Question 50: Lateral refers to: a) Towards the midline of the body b) Away from the midline of the body c) Towards the front d) Towards the back

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b) Away from the midline of the body

Question 51: Define Kinesiology.

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Kinesiology is derived from the Greek word "kinesis" (movement) and "logos" (to study). It is the scientific study of human movement and muscular function, seeking to understand the impact of muscle function on health.

Question 52: Define Biomechanics.

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Biomechanics is "the science concerned with the internal and external forces acting on a human body and the effects produced by these forces" (James G. Hay). It is the study of mechanics related to biological systems.

Question 53: What is the difference between Kinetics and Kinematics?

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Kinematics is the study of motion with respect to time, displacement, and velocity - the geometry of motion without reference to forces. Kinetics is the study of the forces associated with motion, including forces causing motion.

Question 54: What are the three planes of motion?

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The three planes of motion are: Sagittal plane (divides body into right and left, movements - flexion and extension), Frontal plane (divides body into anterior and posterior, movements - abduction and adduction), and Transverse plane (divides body into superior and inferior, movements - rotation).

Question 55: What are the three axes of rotation?

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The three axes of rotation are: Sagittal axis (anteroposterior, perpendicular to frontal plane, movements - abduction and adduction), Frontal axis (transverse/mediolateral, perpendicular to sagittal plane, movements - flexion and extension), and Vertical axis (longitudinal, perpendicular to transverse plane, movements - rotation).

Question 56: Define Flexion and Extension.

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Flexion is the bending or flexing of a limb, closing/decreasing the angle at the moving joint. Extension is straightening or extending a limb, opening/increasing the angle at the joint - the opposite movement of flexion.

Question 57: Define Abduction and Adduction.

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Abduction is moving a limb away from the body's centreline. Adduction is moving a limb towards the body's centreline.

Question 58: Define Pronation and Supination.

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Pronation means turning the palm down. Supination means turning the palm up.

Question 59: Explain the importance of Kinesiology in sports.

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INTRODUCTION:
Kinesiology is the scientific study of human movement and muscular function in sports.
MAIN POINTS WITH EXPLANATIONS:
1. Analysing Human Motion:
Helps understand how motor skills and techniques can be improved for successful participation.
2. Learning and Improvement:
Enables intelligent selection of exercises to improve motor skills to perfection level.
3. Preventing Injuries:
Helps understand nature of injuries and appropriate preventive conditioning exercises.
4. Economy of Movement:
Analyses physiological relation, energy utilization, and muscular contraction timing.
5. Effectiveness of Movement:
Recognizes and corrects awkward movements for achieving movement efficiency.
6. Clinical Purposes:
Identifies errors in posture and corrects them with corrective exercises and rehabilitation.
7. Designing Exercises:
Aids improvement through intelligent activities and efficient use of human body.
8. Teaching Fundamental Movements:
Helps physical educators and coaches teach effective performance in motor skills.
9. Self-Realization:
Helps coaches match the performer to the activity based on abilities and potentialities.
CONCLUSION:
Kinesiology provides scientific basis for improving sports performance and preventing injuries.

Question 60: Explain the principles of Biomechanics in sports.

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INTRODUCTION:
The nine principles of Biomechanics apply to all human movements for improved performance.
MAIN POINTS WITH EXPLANATIONS:
1. Principle of Force-Motion:
Unbalanced forces create or modify motion; forces must act first before changes occur.
2. Principle of Force-Time:
Modification depends on timing of force application as much as size of forces.
3. Principle of Inertia:
Property of all objects to resist changes in their state of motion; mass and moment of inertia.
4. Principle of Range of Motion:
Less ROM for low-effort, high-accuracy movements; more ROM for maximum effort.
5. Principle of Balance:
Person's ability to control body position relative to support base; stability and mobility inverse.
6. Principle of Coordination Continuum:
Optimal timing depends on movement goal; simultaneous for high force, sequential for high speed.
7. Principle of Segmental Interaction:
Forces can be transferred through links and joints from largest to smallest segments.
8. Principle of Optimal Projection:
Optimal range of projection angles for goals; maximum distance at 45 degrees angle.
9. Principle of Spin:
Spin stabilizes flight and creates lift force affecting trajectory and bounce.
CONCLUSION:
These biomechanical principles help understand and improve sports technique and performance.

Question 61: Explain Kinetics and Kinematics in Sports.

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INTRODUCTION:
Sports biomechanics is traditionally divided into the study of kinetics and kinematics.
MAIN POINTS WITH EXPLANATIONS:
1. Kinematics Definition:
The geometry of motion describing displacement, velocity, and acceleration without reference to forces.
2. Kinematics Focus:
Focuses on the object's motion; answers "how" objects move in straight or rotary direction.
3. Kinematics Quantities:
Includes time, position, displacement, velocity, speed, and acceleration.
4. Kinematics Example:
In golf swing, focuses on clubhead shape, its path, position, velocities, and timing.
5. Kinetics Definition:
The action of forces in producing or changing motion; study of "why" objects move.
6. Kinetics Focus:
Considers the influence of various interacting objects and how they react with one another.
7. Kinetics Components:
Includes force, Newton's three Laws of Motion, torque, mass, and momentum.
8. Kinetics Example:
In golf swing, kinetics focuses on the forces which cause motion of the club.
9. Key Difference:
Kinematics describes motion; Kinetics explains motion through forces.
CONCLUSION:
Kinematics and Kinetics together provide complete understanding of sports movement analysis.

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