Question

How do the functions of the skeletal and muscular system differ? A. Muscles provide structure and support to the body, while bones move the muscles. B. Muscles send signals to the body, and bones are responsible for movement. C. Bones send signals to the body, and muscles are responsible for movement. D. Bones provide structure and support to the body, while muscles move the bones.

Answer 1

The correct answer is option D which is bones provide structure and support to the body, while muscles move the bones.

Step-by-step explanation:

• The muscles are composed of muscle cells, 3 layers of connective tissues are also associated with muscles.
• Muscles are soft tissues of body which have ability to contract and relax.
• Bones are hard tissues composed of collagen fibers and inorganic minerals. Muscles are attached with bones. Due to hard structure, bones provides support and structure to body. While muscles are attached with bones, and their contraction and relaxation is the cause of movement
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Answer 2

Correct answer: D

The skeletal system supports and protects the body while the muscular system is responsible for the movement. These two systems work together for movement, protection, mobility, stability etc.