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science ch.6
the skeletal system
Question | Answer |
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what is the skeletal system? | all the bones in your body make up the skeletal system. |
A living bone's surface is covered with a tough, tight-fitting membrane called the _____. | periosteum |
the ____ gives shape and support to your body. | skeleton |
what is cartilage? | a smooth, slippery, thick layer of tissue. |
anyplace where two or more bones come together is a ______. | joint |
what is a ligament? | the bones are held in place at these joints by a tough band of tissue. |
an ______ allows little or no movement. | immovable joint |
______ help make all of your daily movments possible. | muscles |
what is a voluntary muscle? | muscles that you are able to control. |
______ muscles are muscles that you can't control consciosly. | involuntary |