Explore Body Systems

What is the main function of the skeletal system?

• To facilitate digestion and nutrient absorption.

• To produce hormones for the body.

• To regulate body temperature and fluid balance.

• The main function of the skeletal system is to provide support and structure to the body.

How many bones are in the adult human body?

• 204

• 206

• 210

• 198

What is the largest bone in the human body?

• humerus

• femur

• radius

• tibia

What type of muscle is found in the heart?

• Skeletal muscle

• Smooth muscle

• Cardiac muscle

• Striated muscle

What is the primary function of the muscular system?

• Regulating body temperature.

• Producing hormones for growth.

• Transporting oxygen in the blood.

• Facilitating movement of the body.

Which muscle is responsible for breathing?

• Latissimus Dorsi

• Pectoralis Major

• Diaphragm

• Rectus Abdominis

What connects muscles to bones?

• Cartilage

• Muscle fibers

• Tendons

• Ligaments

What type of joint allows for the greatest range of motion?

• Saddle joint

• Pivot joint

• Hinge joint

• Ball-and-socket joint

What is the role of ligaments in the skeletal system?

• Ligaments act as shock absorbers between the vertebrae.

• Ligaments connect muscles to bones and facilitate movement.

• Ligaments connect bones to other bones and provide stability to joints.

• Ligaments are responsible for producing blood cells in the bones.

How do muscles work in pairs to create movement?

• Muscles work in pairs by contracting and relaxing to create movement.

• Muscles push against each other to create movement.

• Muscles can only contract without relaxing to create movement.

• Muscles only work individually to create movement.