Muscular and Skeletal System 4-16-13

Locomotion

Change in position of an organism
Survival Values
- i. Get food and shelter
- ii. Escape from predators
- iii. Move to regions better suited to survival
- iv. Find mates
- v. Move away from toxic wastes
Skeletal system functions
- i. Supporting framework for internal organs and tissues
- ii. Anchorage sites for muscle action
- iii. Protects the internal organs
- iv. Blood cells are produced in the bone marrow
- v. The bones also store minerals
Cartilage

Tough, fibrous, elastic connective tissue
Cartilage function

Pliable support, flexibility of joints, and cushioning of joints
Cartilage makes up most of the _____ skeleton

Embryo's

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Muscular and Skeletal System 4-16-13

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