1.2 Functions of the Skeletal System

What mnemonic do we use to remember the Functions of the Skeletal System

• Mr Smith Sells Big Portobello Mushrooms

• Super Sammy Is Frightening and Long

• Power CRABS

• Big Fat Monsters Much Cookies

What does the Mr stand for in Mr Smith Sells Bug Portobello Mushrooms

What does the Smith stand for in Mr Smith Sells Bug Portobello Mushrooms

What does the Sells stand for in Mr Smith Sells Big Portobello Mushrooms

What does the Big stand for in Mr Smith Sells Big Portobello Mushrooms

What does the Portobello stand for in Mr Smith Sells Big Portobello Mushrooms

What does the mushrooms stand for in Mr Smith Sells Big Portobello Mushrooms

The following statement shows the importance of which function of the skeletal system in health and fitness

In the upward phase of a bicep curl the bicep is attached to the radius. It pulls on the radius to produce flexion at the elbow joint and lift the weights

• Movement

• Blood Cell Production

• Mineral Storage

• Shape/Structure

The following statement shows the importance of which function of the skeletal system in health and fitness

Different sizes and shapes are suited to different sports and activities e.g. tall people are suited to high jump/volleyball, smaller frames to horse racing/gymnastics

• Support

• Blood Cell Production

• Mineral Storage

• Shape/Structure

The following statement shows the importance of which function of the skeletal system in health and fitness

When a weight lifter is performing a squat, the bones in the lower legs help to support the weight and the weight of the upper body

• Support

• Blood Cell Production

• Mineral Storage

• Shape/Structure