Physical Characteristics of Joints

1. Between the articulating bones is a space called the synovial fluids to lubricate the
action of the moving bones

2. An articular cartilage covers the ends of the bones to keep them from rubbing
directly on each other.

3. Dense tough connective tissues called ligaments connect the bones to each other
and provide stability to the joints.

Basic Function of the Skeletal System

1. It provides support for the soft tissues of the body to keep the body in an erect
position.

2. To protect the internal organ such as brain, heart and lungs

3. To provide the surfaces for the attachment of muscles and serves as levers for the
body movement during muscular contraction.

4. The bones serve as store houses for calcium and phosphate.

Muscular System Structure

Three types of muscular system in human body:
a. Smooth muscles
b. Cardiac Muscles Tissues
c. Skeletal Muscles Tissues