Lesson 3: Maintaining Healthy Bones (copy)

What is the primary function of the skeletal system regarding organ protection?

It protects vital internal organs from physical damage.

What is the role of the skeletal system in movement facilitation?

It assists with movement by working directly with the muscular system.

What type of bone marrow is involved in hematopoiesis?

Red Bone Marrow.

What essential minerals does the skeletal system primarily store?

Calcium and phosphorus.

What is the function of yellow bone marrow?

It stores fat and acts as an energy reserve for the body.

How do ligaments contribute to the skeletal system?

They connect bone to bone, providing structural support and strength to joints.

What do tendons connect in the skeletal system?

They connect bones to muscles, enabling movement across joints.

Define homeostasis in the context of the skeletal system.

The body's physiological ability to maintain a balanced internal system.

What two elements are essential for skeletal homeostasis?

A healthy balance of minerals and continuous bone remodeling.

What role does calcium play in bone mineralization?

It promotes the introduction of minerals into bone tissue to maintain bone mass and structural integrity.

What is the anatomical term for the front of the body?

Anterior.

What is the term for a body structure that is lower in position?

Inferior.

What does the term 'medial' refer to in anatomical terms?

A location toward the middle or midline of the body.

How is the concept of proximal defined?

A location closer to the point of attachment or trunk.

What systems are interconnected in calcium homeostasis?

The skeletal system, endocrine system, urinary system, and digestive system.

List one physiological function of calcium besides bone mineralization.

Supports blood clotting.

What structural component protects the ends of bones at joints?

Cartilage.