ANATOMY

GENERAL ANATOMY

SKELETAL ANATOMY

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Functions of the skeletal system include all EXCEPT:
A
Provide body framework
B
Support and protect internal organs
C
Generate body heat
D
Store minerals
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Option D:production of body heat: The skeleton serves six major functions: support, movement, protection, production of blood cells, storage of minerals and endocrine regulations. Hence, production of body heat is not a function of the skeletal system.

Detailed explanation-2: -The skeletal system works as a support structure for your body. It gives the body its shape, allows movement, makes blood cells, provides protection for organs and stores minerals.

Detailed explanation-3: -All organisms with skeletal muscle have an inherent ability to generate heat.

Detailed explanation-4: -So, the correct answer is ‘Production of body heat.

Detailed explanation-5: -The skeletal system is the body system composed of bones and cartilage and performs the following critical functions for the human body: supports the body. facilitates movement. protects internal organs.

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