Functions Of Skeletal System

Question 1

Body movement function

Answer 1

To attach to muscles and create movement. Bones provide a site for muscles to attach. Muscles attach and pull on bones to produce movement

Question 2

Framework function

Answer 2

To provide framework and upright posture

Question 3

Protection function

Answer 3

To protect vital organs e.g heart and brain via skull and ribs

Question 4

Mineral storage function

Answer 4

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

Question 5

Production of red blood cells function

Answer 5

To produce red blood cells in the cavity of long bones

Question 6

What do red blood cells do

Answer 6

Carry oxygen to muscles in the body

Question 7

How to link RBC in question

Answer 7

Production of RBC-> produces RBC-> oxygen transported to muscles (context)-> context