What is the primary function of the cranium?

To protect the brain from bumps and knocks

Describe the role of the rib cage in the skeletal system.

The rib cage protects vital organs such as the heart and lungs.

The femur is the longest, heaviest, and strongest bone. It supports the body's weight during activities like running, jumping, walking, and standing.

Infants have approximately 300 bones, while adults have 206 because some smaller bones fuse together during growth.

Grade 12th Grade · Science · 43 min

I can describe the basic structure and functions of the skeletal system.

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3 key concepts

1
The cranium protects your brain, while the mandible is the strongest bone in your face.
2
The rib cage protects your heart and lungs, but it can be damaged easily.
3
The femur is the longest and strongest bone, and adults have 206 bones in their body.

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“Name two functions of the skeletal system and give an example of a bone that performs each function.”

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