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1 Musculoskeletal system

2 Main function The main function of the musculoskeletal system is to provide movement and support for the body, to protect internal organs, and to provide attachment sites for the muscles.

3 Main organs Muscles Bones Joints Ligaments Tendons Cartilage

4 muscles Soft tissue that has the ability to relax and contract in order to initiate movement within the body. There are three types of muscle: Cardiac muscles - Involuntary muscle that forms the heart Smooth muscles - Involuntary muscles that control many types of movement within the body (such as digestion). Skeletal muscles - Voluntary muscles attached to bones and provide the force needed to move the bones; tendons connect the skeletal muscles to bones

5 Bones Provide shape and support for the body, protection for many organs and structures, and attachment sites for muscles; some bones produce blood cells; some store minerals

6 Joints A place in the skeleton where two or more bones meet. There are many types of joints found in the body.

7 Ligaments Soft connective tissue that attach bones at the joints.

8 Tendons Tendons - soft connective tissue that attaches muscles to bones.

9 Cartilage Cushion between two bones


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