Exploring Skeletal & Muscular Systems

What is the skeletal system?

• A) A type of connecting tissue

• B) The places where two or more bones meet

• C) The framework of bones and other tissues that supports the body

• D) A system responsible for body movement

What are joints?

• A) A type of muscle

• B) The framework of bones and other tissues that supports the body

• C) The places where two or more bones meet

• D) A type of connecting tissue

What are tendons?

• A) The framework of bones and other tissues that supports the body

• B) The places where two or more bones meet

• C) A type of muscle

• D) A type of connecting tissue

What are ligaments?

• Tissues that move parts of the body and control the organs

• A type of connecting tissue that holds bones to other bones at the joint

• A strong, flexible tissue that allows joints to move easily, cushions bones, and supports soft tissues

• Cells that transport oxygen throughout the body

What is the function of cartilage?

• To provide a rigid structure to the body

• To connect muscles to bones

• To transport nutrients to different parts of the body

• A strong, flexible tissue that allows joints to move easily, cushions bones, and supports soft tissues

What does the muscular system do?

• Produces blood cells for the body

• Tissues that move parts of the body and control the organs

• Protects internal organs and supports the body

• Helps in the digestion of food

What is one of the objectives related to bones and muscles in this lesson?

• To memorize all the bones and muscles in the body

• To recognize how bones and muscles work together

• To compare human bones and muscles with those of other animals

• To learn about the genetic makeup of bones and muscles

What is the primary function of the skeletal system?

• It provides a framework for muscles only.

• It protects internal organs and assists in movement.

• It is responsible for the production of blood cells only.

• It stores minerals and generates heat for the body.

How many bones are in the human body?

• 206

• 305

• 150

• 250

What is one of the functions of the bones in the human body besides providing structure?

• They produce hormones.

• They store calcium and other minerals.

• They filter blood impurities.

• They absorb vitamins.