How does the respiratory and skeletal system work together?

Answer 1

There are many ways the skeletal systems help but the most vital is support. With out the skeletal bones around our organs then we would collapse from the inside,for example the pharynx, nostrils and mouth with out the bone structure the air would not be able to escape and go in to these air ways resulting in death.

Second is protection the lungs consist of soft tissues. If punctured, they could easily collapse. But the skeletal system contains ribs that protect the lungs from blows or most types of impact.

Thirdly it assists in breathing the skeletal system makes it possible for the respiratory system to breathe. Assisted by a muscle called the diaphragm, the rib cage expands, so that air can enter the lungs, and then returns to its former size, forcing air out of the lungs.

Lastly is supplying Oxygen to the body. The bone tissue in your body possesses living cells called osteocytes. The marrow of long bones also contains living cells. These cells need oxygen to live. The respiratory system transfers oxygen from the air into the blood stream. The blood then carries oxygen to the bone cells.

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