Function of the skeleton Named bone Explanation Protection Support Blood cell production The table below lists three functions of the skeleton. For each fun...
Question 1 Report
| Function of the skeleton | Named bone | Explanation |
|---|---|---|
| Protection | ||
| Support | ||
| Blood cell production |
The table below lists three functions of the skeleton. For each function, name a bone that helps carry out that function and explain how it does so.
Complete the table. [3]
Answer Details
The table asks for a named bone and an explanation for each of three skeletal functions. One mark is awarded for each correct bone-and-explanation pairing. [3]
| Function | Named bone | Explanation |
|---|---|---|
| Protection | Cranium (skull) | The cranium forms a hard casing around the brain, protecting it from impact during physical activity. |
| Support | Femur | The femur is the longest and strongest bone in the body and supports the weight of the upper body when standing, walking and running. |
| Blood cell production | Pelvis | The pelvis contains red bone marrow, where red and white blood cells are produced. Red blood cells carry oxygen to working muscles. |
Other acceptable answers include: ribs protecting the heart and lungs; vertebral column keeping the body upright (support) or protecting the spinal cord (protection); sternum or ribs for blood cell production.
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