Let's solve the task step by step using the word bank provided:
Word Bank:
- brain
- calcium
- ligament
- tendon
- osteocalcin
- elbow
- bone - marrow
- rigidity
- 206
- cartilage
- joint
- vital organs
- lungs
- heart
Now, let's complete each sentence with the correct word(s) from the word bank.
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1. There are ______ bones in the human body.
✔ Answer: 206
Explanation: The adult human body has
206 bones. This is a well-known fact in human anatomy.
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2. The skeletal system provides ______ and strength to the body.
✔ Answer: rigidity
Explanation: The skeletal system gives the body
rigidity, meaning it maintains shape and structure, and also provides strength.
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3. ______ helps in attaching the bone to the muscle.
✔ Answer: tendon
Explanation: A
tendon is a tough, fibrous tissue that connects
muscle to bone. It transmits forces from muscles to bones to produce movement.
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4. The main mineral of the bone is ______.
✔ Answer: calcium
Explanation:
Calcium is the primary mineral found in bones, giving them their hardness and strength. Bones act as a reservoir for calcium in the body.
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5. Red and white blood cells are produced in the ______.
✔ Answer: bone - marrow
Explanation:
Bone marrow, specifically red bone marrow, is responsible for producing blood cells (red blood cells, white blood cells, and platelets). This process is called hematopoiesis.
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6. ______ is present between two bones, which helps provide cushioning and prevents friction.
✔ Answer: cartilage
Explanation:
Cartilage is a smooth, flexible connective tissue found at the ends of bones in joints. It acts as a cushion and reduces friction during movement.
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✔ Final Answers:
1.
206
2.
rigidity
3.
tendon
4.
calcium
5.
bone - marrow
6.
cartilage
These answers use only words from the given word bank and correctly complete the sentences about the skeletal system.
Parent Tip: Review the logic above to help your child master the concept of skeleton system worksheet.
