Across
- 3. Strong, elastic groups of cells that stretch and tighten and attach muscles to bones
- 4. Strong elastic groups of cells that stretch and tighten and hold the bones of the movable joints together
- 7. Is formed where two bones meet
- 8. A mineral found in bones which help to keep them hard and strong
- 9. Tissues that are attached to bones
- 12. Layer of cells in a gel-like material that reduces friction between the ends of the bones at your joints and cushions your joints
Down
- 1. Muscles work when they [blank] and pull on the bones they are attached to
- 2. Pieces of a skeleton which gives shape and support to your body and protects internal organs
- 5. Type of muscles that work without you thinking about what is happening
- 6. Type of muscles that you choose to move
- 10. Also known as the spinal column, this is attached to the base of the skull to support the head and body
- 11. These 12 pairs of flat bones are shaped like a cage to protect your heart and lungs