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Functions of the skeleton - Coggle Diagram
Functions of the skeleton
Shape and support
Provides shape + support
Provides a framework
Skeleton provides the humans shape + determines the height of the person.
Supports body against the pull of gravity
Irregular bones main function is shape
mineral storage
Help with nerve transmission and metabolism
Enables players to continue blood cell production
provide a place to store calcium and phosphorus
Bones themselves are made up of Minerals and act as a mineral stone for calcium and phosphorous
Protection
Vital for protection
Spinal cord is protected by vertebral column
Brain is protected by calcium
The bones of the skeleton protect the internal organs and reduce the risk of injury on impact
Skeletal system works as a support structure
Movement
Joints where movement takes place
Flexion decreasing the angle at the joints
Bones provide the attachment points for muscles that make the bone move
Angular movement
Regional movement
Blood cell production
Red and white blood cells are created
Regulates body temperature
Bones have a central core of marrow
The process of making blood cells is called hematopoiesis
Bring waste products to the kidneys and liver which filter and clean blood
Carry oxygen from lungs around the body
Forming blood clots to prevent excess blood loos