2. Skeletal System

Question 1

PASTED

List the skeletal System Functions

There are 6

Answer 1

Body movement, protection, framework, mineral storage and production of red blood cells

Question 2

Outline Body Movement

Answer 2

To attach to muscles and create movement

Question 3

Outline Framework

Answer 3

To provided framework and upright posture

Question 4

Outline Protection

Answer 4

To protect vital organs eg heart and brain

Question 5

Outline Mineral Storage

Answer 5

To store minerals such as calcium, phosphorous, sodium and potassium

Question 6

Outline Production of Red Blood Cells

Answer 6

To produce red blood cells in the cavity of long bones

Question 7

Outline Cartilage

Answer 7

Located at ends of bones. Decreases friction / absorb shock, to facilitate movement.

Question 8

Outline Tendons

Answer 8

Joins muscle to bones, to facilitate movement

Question 9

Outline Ligaments

Answer 9

Joins bone to bone, to facilitate stability

Question 10

List the 3 types of Joint Classifications

Answer 10

Fibrous, Cartilaginous, Synovial

Question 11

Outline Fibrous joints

Answer 11

Bones are bound by a tough fibrous tissue. They are fixed and immovable. For example the skull, pelvis and sacrum.

Question 12

Outline Cartilaginous joints

Answer 12

Bones that are entirely joined by cartilage. More moveable than fibrous. Eg at ends of ribs / sternum.

Question 13

Outline Synovial Joints

Answer 13

Moveable joints that have fluid-filled joint cavities.

Question 14

Outline Ball and Socket joints

Answer 14

Sideways, backwards and forwards movements. Eg Hip and Shoulder joints

Question 15

Outline Hinge Joints

Answer 15

Backwards and forwards movements (flexion/extension). Eg Elbow knee