The skeletal system
206 bones in human body
Functions of the skeleton
- shape & support
- Movement
- Protection
- Blood production
Shape and support :
- structure of bones gives general framework / shape
- Different builds are more suited to certain sports
- Bones = firm / rigid
- Muscles attached to skeleton
Movement :
- bones work with muscles and allow the body to move
- Bones = used by muscles as levers that allow movement
Protection :
- bones help protect internal organs
[ lungs are protected by ribcage ]
- important foe high contact sports
Blood production :
- Red + white blood cells are produced in the long bones of body
206 bones in human body
Functions of the skeleton
- shape & support
- Movement
- Protection
- Blood production
Shape and support :
- structure of bones gives general framework / shape
- Different builds are more suited to certain sports
- Bones = firm / rigid
- Muscles attached to skeleton
Movement :
- bones work with muscles and allow the body to move
- Bones = used by muscles as levers that allow movement
Protection :
- bones help protect internal organs
[ lungs are protected by ribcage ]
- important foe high contact sports
Blood production :
- Red + white blood cells are produced in the long bones of body
