Science - skeletal system - from class notes

Question 1

How many bones are in your body?

Answer 1

206.

Question 2

1 Function of the skeletal system

Answer 2

gives shape and support to body.

Question 3

2 Function of the skeletal system

Answer 3

Protect internal organs.

Question 4

3 Function of the skeletal system

Answer 4

Major muscles attached to bones.

Question 5

4 Function of the skeletal system

Answer 5

Blood cells formed in marrow which is in the center of bones.

Question 6

5 Function of the skeletal system

Answer 6

Calcium and phosphorus compounds stored in skeleton for later use.

Question 7

1 What is bone made of?

Answer 7

Periosteum

Question 8

2 What is bone made of?

Answer 8

Compact bone

Question 9

3 What is bone made of?

Answer 9

Spongy bone (filled with marrow)

Question 10

What does cartilage do?

Answer 10

Acts as shock absorber and reduces friction between bones so they don’t rub against each other.

Question 11

How many types of joints are there?

Answer 11

6

Question 12

What is the most common joint problem?

Answer 12

Arthritis

Question 13

Diseases when bones become weak and the risk of fractures increases are…?

Answer 13

Osteoporosis

Question 14

Curvature of the spine is known as…

Answer 14

Scoliosis