ORE Skeletal and Muscular System

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What is a voluntary muscle?

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A voluntary muscle is a muscle that has to be told when to move.

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What is one function of the skeletal system?

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The skeletal system provides protection, body shape and structure, and movement.

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What does the skeletal system NOT do?

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The skeletal system does not get rid of waste.

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What is the main purpose of the muscular system?

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The muscular system allows movement of bones and helps maintain posture.

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How many bones are in the adult human body?

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There are 206 bones in the adult human body.

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What is the role of the skeletal system in producing blood cells?

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The skeletal system produces red blood cells.

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What is the function of muscles in the body?

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Muscles enable movement and maintain posture.

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What are the two types of muscles in the human body?

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The two types of muscles are voluntary muscles and involuntary muscles.

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What is an example of an involuntary muscle?

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An example of an involuntary muscle is the heart muscle.

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What is the importance of calcium in the skeletal system?

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Calcium is important for maintaining strong bones and is stored in the skeletal system.