6.2 Functions of Bones

Question 1

function of bones for the body and soft organs

Answer 1

Support

Question 2

function of bones for brain, spinal cord, and vital organs

Answer 2

Protection

Question 3

function of bones for levers for muscle action

Answer 3

Movement

Question 4

function of bones for calcium and phosphorus

Answer 4

Mineral Storage

Question 5

function of bones in red marrow cavities of certain bones

Answer 5

Blood cell formation

Question 6

function of bones for an energy source in bone cavities

Answer 6

Triglyceride (fat) storage

Question 7

function of bones for osteocalcin: regulates bone production

Answer 7

Hormone production

Question 8

blood cell formation

Answer 8

Hematopoiesis