Characteristics of Skeletal System

Question 1

functions

Answer 1

• shape and support
• movement
• protective
• stores
• makes blood cells

Question 2

shapes of bones

Answer 2

• short (ears, fingers, toes, etc.)
• long (arms, legs, etc.)
• irregular (pelvis)
• flat (skull, scapula, etc.)

Question 3

parts of a bone: 2 types of bone: spongy and compact

Answer 3

• red and yellow marrow
• membrane or periosteum
• osteoblasts
• 14% of mass

Question 4

ligaments

Answer 4

• bone to bone

Question 5

cartilage

Answer 5

• covers bone

Question 6

tendons

Answer 6

• muscle to bone