| UNIT 4: The Skeletal System |
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Specific Objectives
Students should be able to:
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Explanatory notes
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identify the major bones of the skeleton;
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cranium, clavicle, scapula, vertibral column, humerus, radius, ulna, rib cage, sternum, pelvic girdle, femur, tibia, fibula.
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relate the structure of the skeleton to its function;
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movement, protection, support, breathing, production of blood cells.
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relate the structure of a typical bone to its functions; |
diagram of long bone required (internal view).
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4
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distinguish between bone and cartilage; |
Comparison of characteristics of bone and cartilage.
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explain the importance of cartilage; |
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distinguish between tendons and ligaments; |
Comparison of characteristics and functions of tendons and ligaments.
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identify a hinge joint, fixed joint and a ball and socket joint;
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Diagrams required.
Definition of the term joint; location of joints.
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describe movement in the hinge and ball and socket joints; |
Diagrams required; thickness of walls, size of lumen, presence or absence of valves.
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identify the biceps and triceps of the upper arm; |
Diagrams required;
points of origin (location and definition);
points of insertion (location and definition)
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explain how skeletal muscles function in the movement of a limb; |
Diagrams required;
the role of antagonistic muscles in the development of limbs;
effect of exercise - muscle tone.
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explain the importance of locomotion to man; |
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evaluate the factors which adversely affect the skeletal system. |
Include posture and poor footwear.
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I feel like I've been reading
I feel like I've been reading but seems to be sticking. Is the Human and Social Biology exam paper 2 May 6th or 7th?