1.1 - Skeletal System
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Practice Questions
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What is the primary function of the skeletal system?
💡 Hint: Think about what the framework of a building does.
Name one type of bone.
💡 Hint: Think of the bones in your arms and legs.
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Interactive Quizzes
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What part of the skeletal system primarily provides protection?
💡 Hint: Think about which bones are in your head.
True or False: Bone marrow is involved in the storage of fats.
💡 Hint: What do we know about yellow marrow?
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Imagine a new type of bone that exists between short and long bones. What would its characteristics be? Describe its potential location and function.
💡 Hint: Think about areas of your body where flexibility and stability are needed.
If a person lacked spongy bone, what would be the consequences on blood cell production and overall health?
💡 Hint: Consider the role of bone marrow in your body.
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