Structure and Functions of the Skeleton

Question 1

What are the functions of the skeleton

Answer 1

1) support2) protection3) movement4) structural shape and points for attatchment 5) mineral storage6) blood cell production

Question 2

Define support

Answer 2

Bones keep us upright and hold muscles and organs in place

Question 3

Define protection

Answer 3

Some bones surround and protect vital organs from damage

Question 4

Define Long Bones

Answer 4

The bones of the legs and arms. Long bones support the weight of the body and help with gross movements

Question 5

Define movement

Answer 5

Muscles contract to pull the bones of the skeleton

Question 6

What is the function of Red Blood Cells (RBC)

Answer 6

carrying oxygen to the muscles

Question 7

What is the function of White Blood Cells (WBC)

Answer 7

Fighting infections

Question 8

Define a joint

Answer 8

The place where two or more bones meet

Question 9

Define a synovial joint

Answer 9

Type of joint. Commonly found in the limbs; contains a synovial membrane that produces synovial fluid

Question 10

Define cartilage

Answer 10

Covers ends of bones providing a smooth, friction free surface

Question 11

Define synovial fluid

Answer 11

Produced by the synovial membrane to lubricate the joint

Question 12

Define the capsule

Answer 12

Tough fibrous tissue- surrounds synovial joints; usually supported by ligaments

Question 13

Define ligaments

Answer 13

Join bone to bone

Question 14

Define dislocation

Answer 14

When the bones of a joint separate from there normal position

Question 15

Define the bursae

Answer 15

Fluid-filled bag that helps reduce friction in a joint

Question 16

Define a tendon

Answer 16

Attatches muscle to bone