Human Biology, 14 Edition

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ISBN 10: 1-25924-574-8
ISBN 13: 978-1-25924-574-9

Chapter 12 - Section 12.1 - Overview of the Skeletal System - Check Your Progress - Page 241: 1

Answer

The skeletal system functions: 1- It supports the human body. 2- It protects the main organs inside the body 3- acts as a minerals storage 4- stores fat that can be used for energy production 5- produces red blood cells 6- enables movement

Work Step by Step

The skeleton supports the human body as without bones, the body would collapse. In addition to allowing the body to maintain its structure, the skeleton performs numerous other, less-known functions, which are listed above. For instance, many do not know that the bones are responsible for producing red blood cells.
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