function of the skeleton Flashcards
1
Q
support
A
bears weight
2
Q
protection
A
skull, vertebral, rib cage, pelvic gridle, bones
3
Q
attachment point for muscle
A
acts as levers for muscle contraction
4
Q
hempoiesis
A
blood cell formation (in bone marrow)
5
Q
mineral storage
A
helps with homeostasis maintenance
6
Q
calcium
A
muscle contraction, blood clotting and strengthening bone
7
Q
phosphorus
A
build DNA/RNA and ATP
8
Q
magnesium and sodium
A
strengthen bone
9
Q
if any of these decreases can cause
A
osteoporosis
