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We are born with ___ bones but adults only have ___.
270, 206
What are the main functions of the skeletal system?
Support, Movement, Protection
How many main functions of the skeletal system are there?
3
Bones in the skull protect the ___.
Brain
Bones meet at places called _____.
Joints
Give an example of a ball and socket joint
shoulder, hip, etc.
Give an example of a hinge joint
Elbow, etc.
______ are cords that hold the bones in a joint in position. ______ attach the muscles to the bones.
Ligaments, Tendons
What is an Antagonistic Pair?
One muscle contracts while the other relaxes and vice versa.
Opposite of the term Contract
Relaxed
Give an example of an antagonistic pair
Tricep & Bicep
Give 2 examples of injuries
fracture, dislocations, sprains, etc.
What is a fracture?
Broken Bones
Bonus: What is the funny bone in the human body
The Anatomy of the elbow
