skeletal system

Question 1

structure of skeletal system

Answer 1

scapula - shoulder area
Humerus - top arm
Radius - lower arm outer
pelvis
ulna - lower arm inner
carpals - wrist
femur - thigh bone
patella - knee cap
fibula - outer bottom leg bone
tibia - inner bottom leg bone
talus - ankle

Question 2

main functions of skeletal system

Answer 2

movement
support
protection
production of blood cells
mineral storage
structural shape

Question 3

synovial joints

Answer 3

freely movable joints that allow free movement during physical activity

Question 4

types of synovial joints

Answer 4

hinge - found in elbow, knee and ankle. allow movement in one direction

ball and socket - found in shoulder and hip and allow movement in almost all directions.

Question 5

what does connective tissue consist of

Answer 5

ligaments, cartilage and tendons

Question 6

what do ligaments do

Answer 6

connect bone to bone to help keep the joint together,
Stabilise joints during movement and prevent dislocation,
can absorb shock due to elasticity, which protects joint
help to maintain correct posture and movement