Functions of The Skeletal System
Blood cells
The strong, stretchy, connective tissue, that holds bones together.
Ligaments
all other shapes of bones; support for the body and protecting the spinal cord.
Irregular bone
membrane that covers the surface of the bone containing small blood vessels.
Periosteum
The skeletal system stores what?
The places in the skeleton where bones meet
long, tubular, enlarged ends; provide support and protection; serves as levers.
Long bones
a hard layer of bone under the periosteum that contains blood vessels.
Compact bone
How does the skeleton protect the organs inside the body?
Parts of the skeletal system protect vital organs such as the brain, heart, and lungs.
Cartlidge
like irregular cube shapes; supports weight and allows small movements.
Short bones.
Spongy bone
This system is composed of the upper and lower extremities
Appendicular
This system is composed of the core of the body.
Axial
often curved; protects internal organs such as the brain and the heart.
Flat bones
Found in the center of long bones and in the spaces of spongy bone where blood cells are made,
Bone marrow