Skeletal System Functions

One function of the skeletal system is _______ especially in regards to the vital organs, such as the brain, heart, and lungs.

• Protection

• Storage

• Synthesis

• Movement

_________ is a function of the skeletal system that is completed by joints, ligaments, and tendons.

• Protection

• Storage

• Synthesis

• Movement

Which of the following is NOT a function of the skeletal system?

• Helps your body move

• Send oxygen to the body

• Protect your organs

• Give your body shape and structure

Which is not a function of the skeletal system?

• shape and support

• movement

• protection

• gas exchange

Which of the following is not a function of bones

• protection

• absorption

• blood cell formation

• storage

What is the function of marrow?

• To make protein

• To make red blood cells and store fat.

• reduce friction

• to hold bones together

A tough band of tissue that holds bones together at the joint are called a __________________________.

• tendon

• cartilage

• periosteum

• ligament

Which system is responsible for creating red blood cells?

• skeletal

• muscular

• respiratory

• nervous

The skeletal system works with the ______________ to help your body move.

• digestive system

• circulatory system

• respiratory system

• muscular system

What part of the skeleton protects the heart, lungs, and stomach?

• rib cage

• femur

• skull

• spine