Functions and Basics
This is the main functions of the skeletal system.
Structure and Protection
This is the largest bone in the human body.
What is the femur?
This muscle type is only found in the heart.
What is cardiac muscle?
This mineral is essential for strong bones.
What is calcium?
This common bone injury involves a break or crack.
What is a fracture?
Besides movement, name another functions of the muscular system.
What is temperature regulation?
Name the bones that protect the spinal cord.
What is the vertebrae column?
These muscles are responsible for voluntary movements.
What are skeletal muscles?
Foods rich in this nutrient, such as eggs and fish, are great for building and repairing muscle.
Protein
A condition often caused by a lack of calcium, leading to brittle bones.
What is osteoporosis?
This tissue connects muscles to bones, enabling movement.
What is tendon?
This bone is commonly known as the "collarbone."
What is the clavicle?
This type of muscle is found in the walls of internal organs and blood vessels.
What is smooth muscle?
This vitamin is essential for calcium absorption.
What is Vitamin D?
This genetic disorder causes muscles to progressively weaken and waste away, often beginning in childhood.
What is muscular dystrophy?
This tissue connects bones to other bones at joints.
What is a ligament?
This joint type allows movement in multiple directions, such as the shoulder.
What is a ball-and-socket joint?
This large back muscle is responsible for pulling movements and helps with activities like pulling yourself up or rowing.
What is the latissimus dorsi?
Name one health device that supports the skeletal system.
Teacher Discretion
Examples Cast, Splint, Brace, etc.
This joint condition involves the breakdown of cartilage, leading to pain, stiffness, and reduced movement as bones begin to rub directly against each other. It commonly affects older adults.
What is arthritis?
Where are red blood cells produced?
What is bone marrow?
This type of joint allows for rotation, such as the neck.
What is a pivot joint?
Muscle types controlled by the autonomic nervous system are known as...
What are involuntary muscles?
These fatty acids, found in foods like fish, flaxseeds, and walnuts, can help reduce inflammation in joints and muscles.
What are Omega-3 Fatty Acids?
Name one health device that supports the muscular system.
Teacher Discretion (Foam Rollers, resistance bands, hot pad, cold compress, massage rollers)