skeletal system
what does the skeletal system do
protects the body
what is the main function of joints
to move the bones
What role does the nervous system play in allowing you to pick up a pencil?
The brain part of the nervous system sends a rapid electrical signal down the spinal cord to the nerves in your arm and hand.
how many bones does a adult human have
206 bones
what is the function of the cartilage at the end of bones
to cushion and prevent the bones from rubbing
What is the function of a joint in the body
Joints allow for movement and flexibility, protect organs like fixed joints in the skull protect the brain and provide stability to the skeleton.
What are the differences between muscle hypertrophy and muscle atrophy
hypertrophy is an increase in muscle size, while atrophy is a decrease
what can joints do
they can move the bones
what part of the skeletal system protects the brain
the skull
what tissue connects bone to joints
ligaments
What are the three types of muscle tissue
skeletal, smooth, and cardiac
bones are made of what
protein collagen, and calcium phosphate
what is the difference between the Endoskeleton and the Exoskeleton
the Endoskeleton is internal while the Exoskeleton is external
Name the three main types of joints based on how much they move
Immovable joints, slightly movable joints, and freely movable joints.
what are muscles made of
thousands of microscopic fibers
what can bones be classified as
long,short,irregular,flat,sesamoid