1.1.2 - Function of the Skeletal System
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What is the main function of bones in protecting organs?
💡 Hint: Think about which bones protect your heart and lungs.
How do bones assist in movement?
💡 Hint: Consider how your limbs move when you use your muscles.
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What is the primary function of the skeletal system?
💡 Hint: Think about the main role bones play in holding the body together.
True or False: Bones only function to support the weight of the body.
💡 Hint: Recall the multiple roles of bones discussed.
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Discuss how a deficiency in calcium could affect the skeletal system and overall health.
💡 Hint: Consider the role of calcium discussed earlier.
Imagine a scene where the skeletal system fails to provide support. What might happen?
💡 Hint: Think about the foundational role of bones.
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