Skeletal System Crossword Puzzle

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  1. 3. Bones store essential minerals like calcium and phosphorus. When the body requires these minerals for metabolic processes, the skeletal system releases them into the bloodstream.
  2. 4. An adult body typically contains 206 of these.
  3. 6. The bone marrow, found within the cavities of certain bones, is responsible for producing red blood cells, white blood cells, and platelets, crucial for immune function and oxygen transport.
  4. 7. Certain bones also serve as storage sites for fat, which can be mobilized and used for energy as needed.
  5. 8. Muscles are attached to bones via tendons, enabling coordinated movement. When muscles contract, they pull on the bones, producing various types of motion.
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  1. 1. The skeletal system safeguards vital organs such as the brain, heart, and lungs by encasing them within bones. For instance, the skull shields the brain, and the ribcage protects the heart and lungs.
  2. 2. The bones act as the body's structural framework, giving it shape and providing a solid foundation for muscles, organs, and other tissues.
  3. 5. Protects internal organs