Skeletal System

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What is our skeleton made up of?

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Bones, ligaments, cartilage, and joints are components of the skeleton, but primarily it is made up of bones.

Front

What mineral are bones made of?

Back

Bones are primarily made of calcium, which provides strength and structure.

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What connects each of our bones and gives us mobility?

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Joints connect bones and allow for movement.

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True or false: No movement would occur without the skeletal system.

Back

True. The skeletal system is essential for movement.

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True or False: The Skeletal system is responsible for creating red blood cells.

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True. The skeletal system, specifically the bone marrow, produces red blood cells.

Front

What is the primary function of the skeletal system?

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The primary function of the skeletal system is to provide structure, support, and protection to the body.

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What is cartilage and where is it found in the skeletal system?

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Cartilage is a flexible connective tissue found in joints, the rib cage, and the ear.

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What are ligaments and what role do they play in the skeletal system?

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Ligaments are tough bands of tissue that connect bones to other bones at joints.

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How many bones are in the adult human skeleton?

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An adult human skeleton typically has 206 bones.

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What is the role of the skull in the skeletal system?

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The skull protects the brain and forms the structure of the face.