Describe the overlap in function between the muscular system and skeletal system

In other words, describe how they work together.


Answer: The skeleton provides the ridged frame work (levers) for muscles to attach to. Muscles provide the force to move the bones about the joints.

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Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)

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a. are produced by T lymphocytes b. are produced by B lymphocytes c. cause the formation of antibodies d. both B and C above

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Functions of the urinary system include all of the following except

A) regulation of blood volume and blood pressure. B) regulation of plasma concentration of certain ions. C) helping to stabilize blood pH. D) conservation of valuable nutrients. E) storage of fat-soluble vitamins.

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