The Skeletal System

Movement #1. What is one function in which both the skeletal and muscular systems have a role? Movement

#2 The skeletal system contributes places where two or more bones come together, also known as ________, to help the body move. joints

#3 There are many types of joints in the human body. The type of joint that moves back and forth is called a ________ joint. These joints are found in your _________ and ________. hinge elbows knees

#4 Another type of joint moves in a circle. It is called a ___________________ joint. They are found in your ______ and ____________. ball-and-socket hips shoulders

#5 Your thumb and fingers have some joints that are like modified ball-and-socket joints. Your thumb has a ________ joint. Your fingers are attached to your palm with a ___________ joint. saddle condyloid

#6 All movable joints have substance in between the bones that helps them move smoothly and keeps them from rubbing against each other. This substance is called ________. cartilage

#7 All the bones that meet in a joint are held together by connective tissue called ____________. ligaments

Group SPuD: How is your model hand similar to your real hand? How is it different?

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