Lesson 1 Flashcards
1
Q
- endoskeleton consists of 206 bones in adult
- compared to exoskeleton
- capable of growth, repair and adaptation
A
HUMAN SKELETON
2
Q
the skeletal system composed of how many % of the TBW
A
20%
3
Q
body system composed of bones, cartilage, ligaments
A
skeletal system
4
Q
hard, dense connective tissue
support the structure of the body
A
BONE or OSSEOUS tissue
5
Q
semi rigid form of connective tissue
provides flexibility where bone moves
A
Cartilage
6
Q
bands of dense and fibrous connective tissue
key to the function of joins
A
ligaments
7
Q
GENERAL FUNCTION OF SKELETAL SYSTEM
A
SPAM-BT:
support
protection
assistance in movement
mineral homeostasis
blood cell production
triglyceride storage
