MICROANATOMY

MUSCLE NERVE CARTILAGE BONE

BONE STRUCTURE

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Which of the following is NOT a function of bones?
A
hematopoiesis
B
storage
C
maintenance of body temperature
D
protection
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. Thus, the answer is option D:Production of body heat.

Detailed explanation-2: -So, the correct option is ‘Muscle attachment’.

Detailed explanation-3: -It gives the body its shape, allows movement, makes blood cells, provides protection for organs and stores minerals.

Detailed explanation-4: -Bone provides shape and support for the body, as well as protection for some organs. Bone also serves as a storage site for minerals and provides the medium-marrow-for the development and storage of blood cells.

Detailed explanation-5: -supports the body. facilitates movement. protects internal organs. produces blood cells. stores and releases minerals and fat.

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