The Skeletal System

Question 1

What are the functions of the skeletal system?

Answer 1

1. Gives shape and structure to the body.
2. Makes movement possible
3. Protect the internal organs
4. Provide support for the soft tissue of the body
5. Store and manufacture bone marrow

Question 2

Name the different types of bones.

Answer 2

1. Flat bones (such as the skull, ribs, pelvis and shoulder blades).
2. Long bones (such as those in the lower arm: the radius and ulna).
3. Irregular bones (such as vertebrae).

Question 3

What is the function of flat bones?

Answer 3

They protect internal organs

Question 4

What is the function of long bones?

Answer 4

Allow the systems of levers to operate efficiently.

Question 5

What is the function of irregular bones?

Answer 5

These are rounded like building blocks and stacked to form the spinal column which surrounds and protects the spinal cord.

Question 6

What is the axial skeleton made up of?

Answer 6

-The skull
-The ribs
-The thorax (ribs and spine)

Question 7

What is the appendicular skeleton made up of?

Answer 7

-The shoulder girdle
-The arms
-The wrists
-The hands
-The legs
-The feet