The Skeletal & Muscular Systems Flashcards
(17 cards)
1
Q
What organ does the skull protect?
A
The Brain
2
Q
What Organs do the Ribs protect?
A
Heart & Lungs
3
Q
What type of joint allows no movement between the bones?
A
A Fused/Fixed Joint
4
Q
What does the spine protect?
A
The Spinal Cord
5
Q
What allows movement to take place?
A
Joints
6
Q
What are freely moving joints also know as?
A
Synovial Joints
7
Q
Give one example of a Freely Moving (Synovial) Joint.
A
- Shoulder
- Hip
- Elbow
- Knee
8
Q
Give one example of a Ball and Socket Joint.
A
- Shoulder
- Hip
9
Q
Give one example of a hinge joint.
A
- Elbow
- Knee
10
Q
Give one function of the skeletal system.
A
- Support
- Allows Movement
- Protection
11
Q
What oils the joints?
A
Synovial fluid
12
Q
What covers the ends of the bones?
A
Cartilage
13
Q
Name a bone in the leg?
A
- Femur
- Tibia
- Fibula
14
Q
Name a bone in the arm.
A
- Humerus
- Radius
- Ulna
15
Q
What are muscles made of?
A
Protein
16
Q
What connects muscle to bone?
A
Tendons
17
Q
What connects bone to bone?
A
Ligaments
