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| The two main function of the Skeletal System is to protect and support the body of organisms. The Skeletal System allows the body to move, the bones of the skeletal system create a framework to which the body's muscles and organs can connect. The Skeletal System protects vital organs of the body, including the brain, the thorax, the heart, the lungs, etc. In addition the bone marrow in the Skeletal System produces blood cells.
The major organs of the Skeletal System are:
Bones: The entire framework of the body is made up of bones. Bones protect internal organs and assist in movement of the body.
Ligaments: Ligaments connect one bone to another bone forming a joint. The main function of the ligament is to prevent movement that might damage a joint.
Tendons: The tendon is a connective tissue that joins or attaches muscle to bone. When a muscle contracts to move a joint, it is the tendon which pulls on the bone.
Cartilages: Cartilage is a firm, yet flexible connective tissue that is found in many parts of the body. The main function of the cartilage is to connect bones together.
Joints: The point at which two or more bones meet is called a joint or articulation. Joints are responsible for vast ranges of movement and provides stability.
The Skeletal System works with the Muscular System and the Circulatory System. The Skeletal System works very closely with the Muscular System to help the body move. Muscles attach to the skeleton and they tense to move the skeleton. As the ligaments and bones of the Skeletal System work together, it makes the process of movement happen more smoothly. The bones of the Skeletal System work with the Circulatory System by producing red and white blood cells in the bone marrow. These blood cells are necessary to protect against viruses and provide oxygen, as well as dispose of waste from all the cells in the body.
Analogy:
The Skeletal System resembles a tent because:
The bones of the Skeletal System are like the poles because both join together to provide a strong structure or formation. In addition, the ligaments of the Skeletal System are the connective pipes in which connects or attaches the poles together.
Structure and Function:
The main function of the cartilage is to connect or attach bones together. The cartilage is a firm and flexible, connective tissue. I imagine that because the cartilage is flexible, that is why it allows for pliable movement. Also, because the cartilage is smooth, it allows for easy gliding between joints. In addition, because cartilage is very strong, it provides stability and support.
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Friday, October 14, 2016
The Skeletal System
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