Musculoskeletal System

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What is the main function of the skeletal system?

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The skeletal system makes red blood cells and stores minerals.

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What type of muscle is responsible for moving the skeleton?

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Skeletal muscle is responsible for the movement of the skeleton.

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How many muscles are approximately in the human body?

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There are approximately 600 muscles in the human body.

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What is a joint?

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A joint is where two or more bones connect.

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What is one job of the skeletal system?

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The skeletal system protects internal organs.

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What is the role of tendons in the musculoskeletal system?

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Tendons connect muscles to bones.

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What is the role of ligaments in the musculoskeletal system?

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Ligaments connect bones to other bones at a joint.

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What is cartilage?

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Cartilage is a flexible tissue that cushions joints and supports structures.

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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 pelvic and shoulder girdles.