Soc12 (The skeletal sytem)

Question 1

5 functions of the skeletal system

Answer 1

• protection of organs
• muscle attachment
• joints for movements
• storing minerals, calcium and phosphorus (pain relief)
• blood cell production (from bone marrow)

Question 2

Short bones

Answer 2

• same size length/ width
• weight bearing
• tarsals in foot

Question 3

Flat bones

Answer 3

• protect organs with large surface area

- cranium

Question 4

Irregular bones

Answer 4

• range of functions which have adapted

- vertebrae protects the spinal cord

Question 5

Long bones

Answer 5

• generate movement, strength and speed
• all limbs apart from patella in the knee cap
• phalanges in fingers