Body by Design Chapters 5-6 Flashcards
The ___ is the framework of the human anatomy, supporting the body and protecting its internal organs.
skeleton
The human ___ is a marvel of engineering.
foot
Are there more than one types of bone marrow?
yes
The body is moved primarily by muscle groups or individual muscles?
muscle groups
The overall function of muscle is ___.
motion
Muscles work by ___.
contracting and relaxing
What is so unique and amazing about the design of the human hand? How is that proof of intelligent design?
It frequently takes over a dozen muscles and tendons working together with the thumb to accomplish one movement.
List several of the purposes that bones serve.
In addition to providing structure, protection, and support for the organs of the body, bones also house marrow, which produces blood cells. The bones also store calcium deposits and detoxify the system the bloodstream.