Skeleton

• What are the functions of the skeleton?

  Production of blood cells, storage of minerals, protection of vital organs, muscle attachment, joints for movement
• How does the skeleton protect vital organs?

  By providing a hard structure over organs
• What types of blood cells are produced in bone marrow?

  Platelets, red blood cells, white blood cells
• What is the role of platelets in blood production?

  They help clotting if you are cut
• What do red blood cells do?

  Transport oxygen to working muscles
• What is the function of white blood cells?

  Help fight infection in the body
• What minerals are stored in bones?

  Calcium and phosphorus
• How do bones aid movement?

  They provide attachment points for muscles
• How do bones act as levers in movement?

  They increase force or speed of movement
• What is the function of flat bones?

  Provide protection and muscle attachment
• How do irregular bones function?

  Provide protection and muscle attachment
• What does the vertebral column consist of?

  Five regions of vertebrae
• How can you remember the names and locations of bones?

  By labeling blank diagrams of the skeleton
• Which bone is near the thumb?

  The radius
• Name two bones located in the hand.

  The radius and the ulna