Skeletal System

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What is the main function of the skeletal system?

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The skeletal system provides structure, support, and protection for the body, and facilitates movement.

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What are the two main types of bone marrow?

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Yellow bone marrow (stores fat) and red bone marrow (produces blood cells).

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What is osteoporosis?

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A condition where bones become weak and brittle, increasing the risk of fractures.

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How many bones are in a human adult skeleton?

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206 bones.

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What type of muscle is found in the heart?

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Cardiac muscle.

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What is the role of ligaments in the skeletal system?

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Ligaments connect bones to other bones at joints, providing stability.

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What is the difference between a sprain and a strain?

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A sprain is an injury to a ligament, while a strain is an injury to a muscle or tendon.

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What is the axial skeleton?

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The axial skeleton includes the skull, vertebral column, and rib cage.

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What is the appendicular skeleton?

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The appendicular skeleton includes the limbs and the girdles (shoulder and pelvic) that attach them to the axial skeleton.

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What is the function of cartilage in the skeletal system?

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Cartilage provides cushioning at joints and supports structures like the nose and ears.