Functions Of The Skeleton Flashcards
1
Q
Posture
A
Shape and support the body and keeps body upright. E.g would help in the scrum in rugby
2
Q
Shape and support
A
Keeps are body upright gives up posture and shape like gymnastics where posture is very important.
3
Q
Store minerals
A
Stores important minerals such as iron and calcium
4
Q
Produces red and white blood cells
A
In the bone marrow
5
Q
Movement
A
The muscles are attached to the bones which help us move
6
Q
Support
A
Sticks to the muscles and help in movement such and running where your leg muscles attach to your bones
