A Primary Function of the Skeletal System Is

question 60

Multiple Choice

A primary function of the skeletal system is

• A) maintaining the normal concentrations of calcium and phosphate ions in body fluids.
• B) absorbing the shock of unexpected rapid body movements.
• C) facilitating transmission of nerve impulses.
• D) cushioning abdominal organs such as the kidneys.
• E) contracting muscles.

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Definitions:

Control Arms

Components of the vehicle's suspension system that connect the chassis to the wheels, allowing for motion while maintaining alignment.

Fourth Degree

Often used in the context of burns, it refers to the most severe type of burn which affects all layers of the skin and underlying tissues.

Third Degree

Pertaining to burns, it denotes the most severe type affecting all layers of the skin and possibly underlying tissues, causing significant damage.

Second Degree

Often referred to in the context of burns, it involves both the outer layer of the skin (epidermis) and the underlying layer (dermis), causing blisters and pain.