Where are muscles located?
Most muscles are covering the skeleton
What types of activities help develop muscles?
Doing exercise
Where are bones located?
The bones are located throughout the whole human body forming the skeleton
What organs are protected by bones?
Brain, Heart and Lungs
What is the main function of the skeletal system?
The skeletal system performs vital functions such as support, movement, protection, blood cell production.
What makes up the skeletal system?
The skeletal system is formed of bones and joints.
Why are joints important?
Joints are the areas where bones meet, and the majority of them allow movement
What could happen to your bones if you do not get enough calcium?
Our bones would be weak because calcium strengthens our skeletal system
What is the function of joints?
Joints are connections between two or more bones.
The bones of the body can be classified according to...?
According to their shape
What are the four different types of bones?
Flat bones, short bones, long bones and irregular bones.
How can joints be classified into?
Movable joints, partially movable joints and immobile joints
Which body systems are necessary for movement?
Skeletal and muscular systems.
Are the ribs short bones?
No. Ribs are flat bones
Is a vertebra an iregular bone?
Yes, it is.
What are the voluntary muscles?
Voluntary muscles move when we want them to. This type of muscle can be found in our arms and legs.
