Skeletal System

What are ligaments?

• Thin sheets of connective tissue that cover and protect organs.
• Soft tissues that connect muscles to bones.
• Fluid-filled sacs that reduce friction between bones and tendons.
• Tough bands of connective tissue that connect bones to other bones in a joint.

What is a joint?

• A point where two muscles meet

• A type of fastener used to connect two pieces of wood.

• A point where two or more bones meet in the body.

• A type of exercise for the muscles and ligaments.

What is cartilage?

• Cartilage is a type of bone.
• Cartilage is a flexible connective tissue.
• Cartilage is a type of muscle.
• Cartilage is a type of skin.

What is the function of cartilage?

• Protection and insulation
• Muscle contraction
• Nerve transmission
• Support and cushioning

What level of organization is a bone ?

• organ system
• organ
• cell
• tissue

Skeletal System Function (1): Pr_____s Internal Organs

Does the Skeletal System aid in movement?

• Only in certain situations
• Sometimes
• Yes
• No

Where are blood cells created?

• lungs
• stomach
• bone marrow
• brain

Tags

NGSS.HS-LS1-4

The skeletal system provides support to the body

• true

• false

How is the skeletal system connected to the circulatory system?

• Bones produce red and white blood cells

• Bones help the heart pump blood

• Blood contains bone fragments