A summary consisting of the functions of the main parts of the human skeleton. A structure of the human skeleton is provided. This structure can be study and helps students see where each part belongs.
Where are true ribs located and how many are there?
Answer: Located at the beginning of the sternum. They are attached to the sternum by cartilage. There are 7 true ribs
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How many false ribs are there?
Answer: There are 3 false ribs
5.
Give the name and the function of the last 2 ribs.
Answer: There are called floating ribs, and they protect the kidneys.
6.
Give the functions of the rib cage.
Answer: protects internal organs.
They play an important role in respiration.
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How many bones does the human skeleton have?
Answer: 206 bones
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Which bones does the appendicular skeleton comprise of?
Answer: Consist of the pectoral girdle, upper limbs, pelvic girdle and lower limbs.
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Which bones does the axil skeleton consist of?
Answer: The axil consists of the skull, vertebral column, the rib cage and the sternum.
10.
Which minerals are produced in the skeleton?
Answer: Calcium and phosphate
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HUMAN
SKELETON
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, Functions of the human skeleton
Movement: The human skeleton plays a fundamental role in movement, together with
muscles and joints.
Support: It's a support for the body's soft tissues. The skeleton is connected to the
muscles, tendons and ligaments.
Shape: Our bodies are shaped by the human skeleton.
Protection: vital organs in the body, e.g., heart, lung and brain, are protected by a
person's skeleton.
Hearing: the ossicles of each ear send radio waves to the inner ear, allowing us to hear.
Blood cell formation: Blood cells (red and white) for in the red bone marrow.
Mineral storage: Minerals such as calcium and phosphate are reserved.
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