GCSE PE Revision: The structure of the skeletal system
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The skeletal system is made up of over 200 bones that provide structure and support to the human body. It has five main functions: protection of organs, production of blood cells, storage of organs and nutrients, providing shape to the body, and aiding movement through bones, muscles, and joints working together. The document identifies the major bones and bone groups that make up the skeletal system and provides a labeled diagram of the full skeleton.
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GCSE PE Revision: The structure of the skeletal system
- 1. The Structure of the Skeletal System
- 2. The human body is made up of over 200 bones. For your exam, you should be able to name the main bones. The skeletal system has five main functions: 1. Protection- the vital organs in your body. 2. Production- blood cells are produced in the bone marrow. 3. Storage- holds the organs in place. 4. Shape- gives shape to the body, tall or short? 5. Movement- bones, muscles and joints all aid movement.
- 3. Cranium Mandible Clavicle Sternum Ribs Humeru s Radius Ulna Femu r Patella Tibia Fibul a Carpals Metacarpa ls Phalanges Tarsals Metatarsal s Phalanges Scapula Labels off Labels on Pelvis
- 5. The Vertebral Column 7 cervical vertebrae 12 thoracic vertebrae 5 lumbar vertebrae 5 sacral vertebrae 4 coccyx
- 6. Good luck!