Skeletal System Review

What is the main function of the skeletal system?

• Digestion, absorption, and elimination

• Production of hormones and enzymes

• Support, protection, and movement

• Transportation of oxygen and nutrients

How many bones are there in the human body?

• 100

• 500

• 1000

• 206

What is the purpose of bone marrow?

• produce hormones

• store fat

• regulate body temperature

• produce blood cells

What is the role of the skeletal system in movement?

• The skeletal system stores energy that is used for movement.

• The skeletal system provides support and structure to the body, allowing for movement.

• The skeletal system produces hormones that regulate movement.

• The skeletal system protects the internal organs during movement.

What are the three types of joints in the skeletal system?

• muscular joints, ligamentous joints, and tendinous joints

• fibrous joints, cartilaginous joints, and synovial joints

• hinge joints, pivot joints, and ball-and-socket joints

• suture joints, symphysis joints, and gliding joints

What is the purpose of the skeletal system in protection?

• Facilitating movement of the body

• Structural support and protection of organs

• Producing blood cells

• Regulating body temperature

What happens to bones as we age?

• Bones become stronger and more flexible

• Bones remain the same

• Bones become weaker and more brittle

• Bones shrink in size