What is the skeletal system? It is a very important part of your body. Without it you wouldn't be able to do many things, including moving yourself. The skeletal system is made up of bones, ligaments, cartilage, tendons, and other tissues.

Functions of the Skeletal System

The primary functions of the skeletal system are support, storage of minerals and lipids, blood cell production, protection, and leverage.

Structural support for the body is provided by the skeletal system. Each bone or group of bones makes up the structure of the body, so that soft tissues and other organs can attach to them. The storage of minerals and lipids is another function of the skeletal system. These things provide energy, and necessary nutrients to the body. The most abundant of the minerals is calcium which strengthens bones. Lipids are stored in yellow bone marrow.

Blood Cell production...