Types of Joints
What is a joint?
A place where two bones come together
Do bones bend?
No , they don't bend
What is a muscle?
tissue that can contract and produce movement.
What does internal mean?
Internal means inside
What is the opposable thumb?
A thumb that can be moved to touch the tips of other fingers on the same hand and allows for a grasping
What is an example of a hinge joint?
Elbow
Knee
Fingers/ Toes
How many bones do we have in our body?
206 bones
What are skeletal muscles?
muscle that typically attaches to two different bones with tendons.
What does external mean?
External means outside
What animals have an opposable thumb?
Humans
Monkeys/ Apes/ Gorillas
What is an example of a Ball and Socket Joint?
Hip
Shoulder
In what ways are skeletons of a human and an owl similar?
The functions of owl and human skeletal systems are similar because they both help the animal to move, protect important parts of the body, and give it shape. For example, both humans and owls have hard skulls to protect their brains and a rib cage to protect their organs (lungs, heart, etc.).
How do the muscular and skeletal systems work together to support movement?
Your muscles and tendons are attached to your bones so that you can move your body.
What is an example of an internal body structure?
Heart
Stomach
Kidneys
Lungs
What kind of joint is the Opposable thumb?
Saddle Joint - that allows the thumb to move from side to side and grasp items, which helps humans survive.
What is an example of a Gliding Joint?
Wrist
Ankle
What makes our skeletal system flexible?
Our skeletal system is flexible because our bones, joints, muscles, and tendons all work together to support movement.
How do our biceps move?
When you bend your arm at the elbow, your biceps muscle contracts (shortens and pulls on the bone, moving the arm)
What is an example of an external body structure?
Eyes
Shoulder
Chest
Arm
Fingers
Leg
Feet
Is an opposable thumb an example of an internal structure or external structure?
External
What are the 3 types of joints we have learned about?
Hinge Joints
Gliding Joints
Ball and Socket Joints
What is the purpose of the skeletal system in our bodies?
to provide support, shape, and protection for the body, helping with movement.
What are examples of muscles in your body?
Biceps, Triceps
What is the largest external organ of the body?
Skin
What are the benefits of having an opposable thumb?
Able to touch fingers
Grab things easily