1 Students will realize that rocks and minerals are used to produce many important materials. 2  Concrete is an important material that is used in the foundations of houses and in sidewalks. 3  Concrete is made of aggregate, sand, and limestone. 4  Bricks are widely used for building and for decoration.
The most common causes of muscle pain are tension, stress, overuse and minor injuries. This type of pain is usually localized, affecting just one or more muscles or parts of your body. Systemic muscle pain, which you feel throughout your body, is different.It's more often the result of an infection, an illness or a side effect of a medication. Common causes of muscle pain include: 1  Chronic exertional compartment syndrome. 2  Chronic fatigue syndrome.3  Claudication.4  Delayed-onset muscle soreness (DOMS).5  Dermatomyositis. 6  Dystonia. 7  Fibromyalgia. 8  Hypothyroidism (underactive thyroid).ommon causes of muscle pain include: 1  Chronic exertional compartment syndrome. 2  Chronic fatigue syndrome. 3  Claudication. 4  Delayed-onset muscle soreness (DOMS). 5  Dermatomyositis. 6  Dystonia. 7  Fibromyalgia. 8  Hypothyroidism (underactive thyroid).
Causes of Muscle Cramps. Muscle cramps have several causes. Some cramps result from overuse of your muscles. This typically occurs while you are exercising. Muscle injuries and dehydration can also trigger cramps. Dehydration is the excessive loss of fluids in the body. Low levels of calcium and potassium may also cause muscle cramps, since both minerals contribute to healthy muscle function. Low blood supply to your legs and feet can cause cramping in those areas when you exercise, walk, or participate in physical activities. In some cases, a medical condition can cause muscle cramps. These conditions include: 1  spinal nerve compression, which can cause muscle cramps in your legs when walking or standing.