The Diagram of the skeletal system

Structure and Functions of the Skeletal System. Functions. 1. Support The skeleton supports the body and it provides attachments for the muscles. 2. Protection- the skeleton provides safety for many organs such as the lungs, heart and the brain - which is the most complicated part of the human body. 3. Help in Movement-Muscles is attached to skeleton helps them to move. 4. Production of blood- the bone marrow available in the bones produce blood (RBC). The Structure of the Bone. This contains the Bone Marrow, it is where Red Blood Cells and White Blood Cells are produced. Bone contains two types of tissues: Compact Tissue- this is the outer shell of the bone. It is very hard and the mass of the bone tissue arrange to create this. Cancellous Tissue this is the layer underneath the hard substance which makes up the meshwork of boney bars in the Bone.

The 10 most important bones in our body

1. Skull

2. Spine

3. Flanges

4. Femur

5. Ribs

6. Clavicle

7. Sternum

8. Tibia

9.

Fibula

10. Patella

Description about the 10 most important bones. Cranium (Skull) This is a connection of several bones. Its speaker shaped with a hollow space in between. Its main job is to cover the brain and provide safety for the eyes and organs inside it. Spine. This is connected by 24 separate pieces called the vertebra. It runs from the head to the end of the pelvis. It provides movement, although it doesnt move much and provides protection to the spinal cord. It connects the true ribs (first seven pairs) to its adjacent sides. Femur This is the longest bone in the body and is placed between the Pelvis and the Patella. It is commonly called as the thigh bone. Ribs This bone provides protection for internal organs and structure to the human body. There are 7 true ribs and are directly connected to the spine. Then 3 false ribs which are not directly connected to the spine but connected through muscles. The last 2 false ribs, which is not connected towards anything but they just help the ribs to expand when breathing. Clavicle This is the bone which is situated on the collar; this can be also called as the collar bone. It is the only bone in the body which is placed horizontally. Sternum This bone connects the ribs together giving them their shape. It lies in the central part of the body. Tibia This is the second longest bone in the body and is situated on the bottom of the leg. This is also called as the shin bone. Fibula This is a secondary bone which is situated on the bottom beg, it completes the leg by combining with the Fibula

Patella This is also called the Knee Socket. This covers and protects the Knee Joint. PhalangesThese bones are situated on the fingers. These are small bones which are joined together by small ligaments and constructs the hard wrist. Bone Growth The bone growth happens in the epiphyseal plate. This is a cartilage which is situated on the bone. It is the only part of the bone which makes it grow. It is the fundamental destination where growth starts. As time goes and when people reach for a certain age, this cartilage stops growing and becomes into the epiphyseal line.

What effects do exercise has on bones. Short term effects Long term effects Short term effects This makes the bones and ligaments to get warmed up. This may be due to working out for a bit of time and doing this for a longer period of time will give great results. Long term effects. It may be difficult for the body and cause permanent injuries for the body. This can be stiffness which can vary from the impact on the bones and joints. This means there is a high risk on injuring yourself when performing such tasks.

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