Skeletal System

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What is Osteoporosis?

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A condition where bones become weak and break easily.

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Are bones living organs?

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True, bones are living organs that grow and change.

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What do skeletal muscles and tendons do?

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They work together to move your skeleton.

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What do bones work with to allow movement?

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Muscles.

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How are moveable joints held together?

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Ligaments.

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What is the function of the skeletal system?

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To provide structure, support, and protection to the body.

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What is cartilage?

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A flexible tissue that cushions joints and supports structures.

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What are ligaments?

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Tissues that connect bones to other bones at joints.

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What is the role of the skull?

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To protect the brain and support the structure of the face.

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What is the difference between voluntary and involuntary muscles?

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Voluntary muscles are controlled consciously, while involuntary muscles are not.