Write the functions of bones and cartilage.

Functions of bone:

● The complete framework of the body is formed of bone which provides support to the complete body.


● It provides anchorage to the muscles and support to the organs.


● Bones also help in the movement.


Functions of cartilage:


● It smoothens the bone surfaces at joints like in tip of nose, ears.


● It is not very much rigid as bones and not very much elastic like muscles. It is flexible to some extent and is present where littlie flexibility is required.


For example – Cartilages are present in between vertebral column.


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