Question

Which of the following is not a function of the skeleton system?

• A. Production of erythrocytes
• B. Storage of minerals
• C. Production of body heat
• D. Locomotion

Answer 1

Answer: (C)

Production of body heat

Skeletal system is the articulation bones to give perfect shape to the body. They help in locomotion by attaching with muscles.

Bones are made up of minerals like Ca++ and po4-. So they act as store house of minerals.

Bones have bone marrow which contain stem cells. Stem cells are the precursors of blood form cells like RBC, WBC and platelets,

Skeletal system doesn't play any role in production of heat. Heat production is regulated by metabolic processes.

So the correct option is C.