Movement Flashcards
(6 cards)
1
Q
What does the axial skeleton consist of
A
Skull, vertebral column, ribs and sternum
2
Q
What does the appendicular skeleton consist of
A
Pectoral girdle, pelvic girdle, arms, legs
3
Q
Functions of the human skeleton
A
Protection for the internal organs
Support for the soft parts of the body
Movement.
Manufacture of blood cells
4
Q
Examples of hinge joints
A
Elbow, knee, finger, toe joints
5
Q
Examples of ball and socket joints
A
Shoulder, hip joints
6
Q
Importance of locomotion in humans
A
Animals move to search for food
To search for a mate
To escape predators
To distribute their offspring
Prevent overcrowding
Avoid danger
