EVERYDAY SCIENCE

Detailed explanation-1: -The main purpose of the axial skeleton is to provide protection for the central nervous system (brain and spinal cord) and vital organs, such as the heart and lungs. It is also the structure that provides the support and attachment for your arms and legs.

Detailed explanation-2: -The function of the axial skeleton is to provide support and protection for the brain, the spinal cord, and the organs in the ventral body cavity.

Detailed explanation-3: -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-4: -Protection – the bones of the skeleton protect the internal organs and reduce the risk of injury on impact. For example, the cranium protects the brain, the ribs offer protection to the heart and lungs, the vertebrae protect the spinal cord and the pelvis offers protection to the sensitive reproductive organs.

Detailed explanation-5: -Support. The skeleton provides the framework which supports the body and maintains its shape. Movement. Protection. Blood cell production. Storage. Endocrine regulation.