1. Skeletal Structure + Function

Question 1

Functions of the skeleton

Answer 1

1. Support
2. Locomotion
3. Protection
4. Storage (vitamins and minerals)
5. Haemopoiesis (produces blood cells)

Question 2

Axial Skeleton

Answer 2

Runs from the skull to the tip of the tail.
Skull, rib cage, mandible

Question 3

Appendicular Skeleton

Answer 3

The limbs to their attachments
Ulna, scapula, fibula ect.

Question 4

Joint

Answer 4

The point at which bones meet allowing movement.

Question 5

Tendon

Answer 5

Connects the bone to bone

Question 6

Ligament

Answer 6

Connects muscle to bone

Question 7

Muscle

Answer 7

Function to produce force and motion

Question 8

Cartilage

Answer 8

Maintains joint motion and cushions bones against impact

Question 9

The 3 Joints

Answer 9

Fibrous - fixed by fibrous tissue. No movement
Cartilaginous - held together by cartilage. Slight movement
Synovial - allows a wide range of movement

Question 10

Hyaline cartilage

Answer 10

Reduces friction, shock absorber

Question 11

Synovial membrane

Answer 11

Produces synovial fluid

Question 12

Synovial fluid

Answer 12

Lubricates the joint, provides nutrition for the hyaline cartilage

Question 13

Fibrous joint capsule

Answer 13

Around synovial joint for protection