Functions of the Skeletal System Flashcards
1
Q
: Provides a framework for the body, giving it shape and structure.
A
Support
2
Q
: Safeguards vital organs such as the brain, heart, and lungs.
A
Protection
3
Q
: Enables locomotion, providing attachment points for muscles.
A
Movement
4
Q
Serves as a reservoir for calcium and phosphorus, essential for bone health.
A
Mineral Storage:
5
Q
Contains bone marrow, where red blood cells are produced.
A
Blood Cell Production:
