What os skeleton

Solution:

Skeleton is the structure comprising of bones which provides support, protection and helps in movement.

Major parts of the human skeleton are:

1. Bones –It is a solid, rigid structure which support various organs of body.

2. Skull- It is a bony structure which encloses brain.

3. Vertebral column-It is also a bony structure which encloses your spinal cord. It is also known as backbone.

4- Ribs-It is a group of 12 pairs of curved bones which encloses lungs.

5-Joints-These are the places where two bones attach to each other. Example – the place where our upper part and lower part of leg connect is called a joint.

6. Cartilage –It is a semi-rigid and flexible tissue which encloses joints.

Functions of skeleton include:

• Providing shape and rigidity to body.
• Helps in movement.
• Protecting the internal organs.