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Skeletal System Flashcards

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What is the shape/support function of the skeleton during performances?

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Ligaments and tendons provides stability at joints and gives the body its upright shape. It can influence your potential to be an elite performer

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What is the movement function of the skeleton during performance?

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Freely moveable or synovial joints enable a wide range of movements

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What is the protection function of the skeleton during performance?

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Skeleton provides protection for vital organs e.g. skull protects brain

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What is the blood cell production function of the skeleton during performance?

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Red blood cells made in red marrow bones. They are important during exams they carry oxygen to muscles and remove CO2. White blood cells protect body from infection and platelets for clots and stop bleeding

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What is the mineral storage function of the skeleton during performance?

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Bone acts as a storage for excess calcium, phosphorus and iron

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What is a synovial joint?

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They are freely moveable which means they are essential for sport and physical activity

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What is the function of a synovial capsule?

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Reduce friction between bones in your joints

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What is the function of the synovial membrane?

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Protect the joints they surround

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What is the function of the synovial fluid?

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Reduce friction between the articular cartilages of synovial joints during movement

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What is the function of the Bursar?

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Act as a cushion that absorbs pressure present in some joints

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What is the function of the cartilage?

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Helps prevent bones from rubbing together

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What is the function of your ligaments?

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Stabilise the joint. Attach one bone to another

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What is the function of your tendons?

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Tough bands of connective tissue, attach skeletal muscles to bones.

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Long term effects of exercise and optimal training on the skeletal system (skeletal tissue)

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They become stronger and denser as a result of an increase in calcium deposits and callogen fibres

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Long term effects of exercise and optimal training on the skeletal system (cartilage)

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They become thicker and stronger and provide increased protection and cushioning

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Long term effects of exercise and optimal training on the skeletal system (tendons)

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They become thicker and stronger and can withstand greater forces when muscles pull on them

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