Structure and Support

Which of the following is stored in the skeletal system?

• Calcium

• Blood

• Potassium

• Nerves

The three types of muscle cells in the muscular system are​ (a)   ,​ ​ (b)   , and ​ (c)   .

• smooth
• cardiac
• skeletal
• striated
• cellular

What are three types of skeletons?

• Endoskeleton, exoskeleton, hydrostatic skeleton

• Gliding Skeleton, endoskeleton, exoskeleton

• Gliding Skeleton, endoskeleton, hydrostatic skeleton

• Muscle Skeleton, exoskeleton, hydrostatic skeleton

Which of the following is NOT a function of the muscular system?

• calcium storage

• movement

• stability

• temperature regulation

The function of the skull is to...

• protect the brain

• provide a place for eyes to be mounted

• act as a platform for facial muscles

• store memories

Involuntary muscles are called that because...

• They work without conscious thought.

• they are made of a different type of tissue.

• they can contract and relax quickly.

• they are more resistant to fatigue.

Describe the function of both the skeleton and muscles.

Answer explanation

The skeleton and muscles provide structure and support to the body so we aren't a puddle of goo on the floor.

How do muscles make bones move?

Answer explanation

The muscles contract and relax to make the bones move.

Which of the following ONLY happens voluntarily?

• Pointing

• blinking

• breathing

• digestion

Of the following, which is NOT a function of the skeletal system?

• produces vitamin D

• protects interior organs

• gives shape and support to body

• stores minerals