Explain what the skull does
Protects the brain, gives face shape
Explain what the ribcage does
protects lungs, heart, and other organs, gives body shape
Explain THREE things you know about long bones
Gives the body structure, contains bone marrow inside, they are longer than they are wide
Explain TWO things you know about short bones
Are small and cube shaped, have spongy bone inside,
Explain what a "ball and socket" joint does.
It allows movement in almost any direction
Explain what a "hinge joint" does
It allows movement in two directions
Explain how bone marrow helps the body
Produces new red blood cells
What is spongy bone?
A type of bone that is lighter, and is full of holes
Explain what cartilage does
Gives shape to some body parts
Explain TWO things that muscles can do
Connects bones, allows joints to move
