Animal Organ Systems

Front

Which of the following is NOT a function of the skeletal system? Producing blood cells, Supporting the body, Digesting food, Storing minerals

Back

Digesting food

Front

What does the skeletal system store and produce?

Back

Stores minerals and produces blood cells

Front

Which of the following is a function of bones?
Give animals structure and movement,
Absorb nutrients from food,
Produce digestive enzymes,
Regulate body temperature

Back

Give animals structure and movement

Front

What type of tissue is cartilage?

Back

Connective tissue

Front

Where can cartilage be found in the body?

Back

In the bones, ears, and nose

Front

Why is it important for bones to store minerals such as calcium and phosphorus?

Back

To maintain bone strength and structure

Front

How does the skeletal system help protect the body?

Back

By protecting internal organs

Front

Which type of joints do not move and are found where bones come together, such as in the skull?

Back

Immovable joints

Front

Which of the following is a type of movable joint? Gliding, Fixed, Rigid, Fused

Back

Gliding

Front

What do ligaments hold together in the skeletal system?

Back

Bones