Paper 1- Functions Of The Skeleton.

Question 1

Support

Answer 1

The skeleton supports muscles

Question 2

Protection

Answer 2

The skeleton protects delicate parts of the body like the brain. Reduces chance of injury

Question 3

Movement

Answer 3

Muscles are attached to the bones and once muscles contract allows movement

Question 4

Shape and structure

Answer 4

The skeleton gives us our shapes and size and creates levels

Question 5

Mineral storage

Answer 5

Vital minerals such as calcium and phosphorus are stored in bones

Question 6

Blood cells production

Answer 6

Blood cells are made in the bone marrow