Human Anatomy/The Skeletal System

The skeletal system is composed of bones, cartilage, and ligaments. It supports muscles in order to enable movement, protects internal organs, produces red blood cells, and stores minerals such as calcium and phosphate.


BonesEdit

Bone StructureEdit

Cellular CompositionEdit

Divisions of the SkeletonEdit

Axial SkeletonEdit

Appendicular SkeletonEdit