Skeletal System FORM AND FUNCTION
Skeletal system: The Framework Two basic parts –Cartilage Cartilage graft –Bone
A: Cartilage Hyaline Cartilage Flexible support Most abundant Nose Ribs Joint linings Elastic Cartilage More stretchy Ears Epiglottis Fibro-cartilage Very strong High stress areas Knee Vertebrae
B: Bones Spongy Bone: Strength and support Bone Marrow: Blood cell production Compact Bone: Protection Mineral storage
C: Connections Ligament: –Made of cartilage –Connects bone to bone Tendon: –Made of cartilage –Connects muscle to bone
The real deal
Connections continued Joints: –Places where two bones meet –4 types Fixed Hinge Ball and socket Gliding