Bones and Joints

What is the role of the skeleton? (Check all that apply)

• Support

• Protection

• Growth center for cells

• Movement

• Reservoir of minerals

What are the three jobs of your bones?

• movement, structure, joints
• movement, structure, protection
• structure, digestion and breathing
• movement, digestion and breathing

Carpals and tarsals (flat bones) are examples of this type of joint

• condyloid
• gliding
• hinge
• saddle

What is another name for your collar bone?

• scapula
• clavicle
• patella
• sternum

What do your bones protect?

• organs
• skin
• muscles
• feelings

Do bones grow?

• yes
• no

Tags

NGSS.MS-LS1-5

What bones protect your heart and lungs?

• pelvis and spine
• brain and spine
• ribs and sternum
• ribs and pelvis

Connects bone to bone

• Ligament
• Tendon
• Cartilidge

Hip and shoulder have examples of this type of joint

• ball and socket
• condyloid
• hinge
• gliding

What is an example of a fixed joint?

• Vertebrae

• Elbow

• Skull