(1) Blood cell production is one of the functions of the skeleton. Name three others.

1) ___________________________________

2) ___________________________________

3) ___________________________________

(2) All physical activity requires movement using bones and muscles.

(i) Name three major bones which are located in the leg.

Bone 1 ....................................

Bone 2 ....................................

Bone 3 ....................................

(ii) Explain the function of ligaments in relation to movement.
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(3) Joints are important in allowing movement. Give one example of each of the following types of joints on the skeleton.

(i) Hinge _______________________

(ii) Ball and socket ______________________

(iii) Pivot _________________________

(4)Movement occurs when bones and muscles work together.

(i) Explain what is meant by flexion.

Flexion is ...............................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................................

(ii) Give two examples of physical movement where flexion occurs.

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2. ................................................................................................................................................................................................

(5) Describe the actions occurring at each joint during the front crawl swimming stroke.

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