The skeleton is the body part that forms the supporting structure of an organism. It can also be seen as the bony frame work of the body which provides support, shape and protection to the soft tissues and delicate organs in animals
FUNCTIONS OF THE SKELETAL SYSTEM
Skeletal system has several additional functions, including:
- Protecting internal organs from injury. For example, the skull protects the brain, while the thoracic cage protects the heart and lungs.
- Allowing for movement. Muscles attach to bones through tendons. This connection allows the body to move in many different ways.
- Producing blood cells. The soft bone marrow inside of many bones produces red blood cells, white blood cells, and platelets.
- Storing minerals and nutrients. Bones can store and release minerals, including calcium and phosphorus, which are important for many bodily functions. Additionally, adipose (fat) tissue that can be used as energy can be found in part of the bone marrow..
DIAGRAM OF THE SKELETAL SYSTEM
Strategies & Activities:
Step: Teacher revises the previous topic.
Step 2: Teacher introduces the new topic.
Step3: Teacher explains the new topic.
Step4: Teacher welcomes pupils’ questions.
Step5: Teacher evaluates the pupils.
Assessment & Evaluation:
- Say the meaning of skeletal system
- Draw and label the skeletal system
- Explains the functions of the skeletal system
See also
Characteristics of living things
Where animals live and security
⇓ Fully Funded Scholarships ⇓
⇒ Fully Funded Scholarships for Students & Teachers
⇒ USA Fully Funded Scholarships for Internatioal Students
⇒ Canada Fully Funded Scholarships for International Students
⇒ Germany Fully Funded Scholarships for Students
⇒ European Scholarships for International Students
⇒ US Fully Funded Scholarships for Africans
⇒ UK Fully Funded Scholarships for International Students
⇒ Australia Fully Funded Scholarships for International Students
⇒ US Scholarships for Nigerian Students
We built School Portal NG to specially serve as an alternative means to provide free education for the less-privileged children or children born to low-income earners, adults who otherwise cannot afford to finance their way through school.
Building & maintaining an elearning portal is very expensive, but this portal is free. Help to keep this learning portal free by donating or supporting us. We accept donations, grants, sponsorships & support to help reach out to more children. Thank you so much. Click here to donate