Functions of the Skeleton 0.0 / 5 ? Physical EducationAnatomy & physiologyASOCR Created by: jacobw0710Created on: 24-02-16 16:30 Function of the Skeleton - Shape Bone structure gives the body shape Changes as you grow Determines your height, width, as well as other things such as, size of hands and feet Genetically inherited 1 of 6 Function of the Skeleton - Support Skeleton provides support to the body Keeps organs in the correct place Vertebral Column allows you to stand upright Provides rigidity 2 of 6 Function of the Skeleton - Movement Bones are held together by ligaments Tendons attach muscles to bones Muscular and Skeletal systems work together to carry out bodily movement Shape of the skeleton impacts movement 3 of 6 Function of the Skeleton - Protection Protects organs from damage, for example; the Vertebral Column protects the spinal cord The Ribs and Sternum protect the Heart and Lungs 4 of 6 Function of the Skeleton - Blood Cell Production a Spongy tissue in longs bones (e.g. Femur) have 2 types of marrow The two types of marrow are; Red Bone Marrow and Yellow Bone Marrow Red Bone Marrow produce red blood cells and most white blood cells White Bone Marrow produce some white blood cells Minerals are stored in bones, for example; Calcium 5 of 6 Axial and Appendicular Skeleton Axial is your Cranium to Coccyx, including the Rib Cage Appendicular is your limbs, includer shoulder gurdles (all bones around the shoulder) and hips 6 of 6
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