Year 10- Function of the Skeletal System
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How many bones are in the adult human body?
206
What are the names of each of the 5 functions of the skeletal system?
Protection, Cell production, Movement, Support/Framework, Storage
What is protection of the skeletal system?
Bones protect the major organs from collision + trauma
What is Cell Production of the skeletal system?
Blood cell formation; produces new red blood cells and white blood cells
What is Movement of the skeletal system?
Muscles are attached to skeletal bones, when the muscle contracts, it moves the bones its attached to
What is Support/Framework of the skeletal system?
Bones give the human body its shape. Furthermore, things such as height, limb length are determined by your DNA
What is storage of the skeletal system?
Bones store important minerals such as calcium and phosphorus