The human skeletonThe many functions of :
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By Nicole StuitEd 205-02
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The different functions of the human skeleton Protection Structure and shape Blood cell production Movement Mineral StorageA quiz testing your new knowledge… and an online activity to further explore the
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In this lesson you will find…
Click on the skeleton to watch a video and learn more about the human skeleton.
Overview: Human Skeleton
There are 206 bones in the human skeleton. Functions of the skeleton:
Gives structure and shape to the body▪ like the framework of a house.
Provides protection for the organs ▪ such as the heart and brain.
Blood cells are produced in the bones▪ in the marrow new cells are produced and damaged ones are
repaired. Movement▪ muscles pull on the bones to move body parts.
Mineral Storage▪ important minerals such as calcium are stored in the bones.
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Protection
The skeleton protects vital organs inside the body.
Such as: The skull protects the brain The rib cage protects your heart and
lungs The pelvis protects digestive and
reproductive organsWithout this hard shell, our organs would
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Structure and Shape
The skeleton provides the body with structure and shape; much like the framework of a house. The other parts of our body like our skin
and muscles form around the bones; much like the walls around the frame of a house.
Without these bones to offer structure and shape, our bodies would be blobs like jelly fish. Quit
Blood Cell Production
The marrow inside of bone is where most of the blood cells are made. Red blood cells are produced here; they help carry oxygen throughout the body. Platelets are also found here; they help with wound healing.
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Mineral Storage
Bones need calcium to keep their hardness and strength.
Other minerals stored in bone include phosphorus and vitamin D.
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Movement Muscles pull on the bones in order to
move them Joints are formed where two bones meet, allowing for movement. The bones, along with the muscles and tendons work together to move the body and perform every day movements.
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What did you learn?
Quiz There are _____bones are in the human skeleton? Red blood cells carry _________ throughout the body. The minerals stored in bone include _____, ________,
and ________. Where two bones meet is called a _______. What are the 5 functions of the skeleton?▪ 1.▪ 2.▪ 3.▪ 4.▪ 5.
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How’d you do? Answers
There are 206 bones in the human skeleton. Red blood cells help carry oxygen throughout the
body. The minerals stored in bone include calcium,
phosphorus, and Vitamin D. Where two bones meet is called a joint. What are the 5 functions of the skeleton?▪ 1. Protection▪ 2. Structure and Shape▪ 3. Blood cell production▪ 4. Movement▪ 5. Mineral storage
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Online Activity
Click on the skeleton to go to an online virtual tour of the body.
At this site you can: Tour the heart, brain,
skeleton, and digestive tract.
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Resources http://www.lessonplanspage.com/PEScienceFunctionsOfSkeletalS
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_joints.html http://kidshealth.org/teen/your_body/body_basics/blood.html http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IIjj0rC7wcQ&feature=related Images from:
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http://www.immediart.com/catalog/images/big_images/SPL_E_P100087-Human_skeleton_walking-SPL.jpg
http://www.kidsbiology.com/images/skeleton.jpg http://www.wesleyjsmith.com/blog/uploaded_images/blood-740057.jpg http://www.engormix.com/images/e_articles/454_mycotoxins_01b.gif http://www.abc.net.au/reslib/200707/r159958_584169.jpg http://school.discoveryeducation.com/clipart/images/skull.gif http://www.bloodsugarproductions.com/assets/RibCage.jpg http://www.los-angeles-injury-lawyer-blog.com/pelvis.png
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About the author…
My name is Nicole Stuit. I am a student at Grand Valley State University plan to be a physical education and health teacher when I finish school.
If you would like to contact me, click on my name to send me an e-mail!
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