Designing the Chassis: Bones

Just like a car that has a frame or chassis, your body has a skeleton that gives you shape and supports your entire body, whether in motion or sedentary. In this topic, you will get a break-down of the skeletal structure. Specifically, you will take a look inside your bones to learn what they are made of, how they function, and how to make them stronger through diet and exercise.

Essential Questions

• What makes up bone?
• What are the five types of bone?
• What is the life span of bone?
• How do you care for your bones?