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Open Curriculum

Open Curriculum: The Skeletal System

For Students 9th - 10th
After studying this article, students will be able to identify the functions and structure of bones, types of bones, bone development, parts of bones, types of joints, and bone disorders.
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OpenStax

Open Stax: Bone Structure

For Students 9th - 10th
In this site we examine bone structure. Examine bone cells, markings, tissues and various types of bones.
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PBS

Pbs Teachers: Scientific American: Super People: Getting the Minerals Out

For Teachers 5th - 8th
Explore the composition and physiology of bones, describe how humans lose bone mass and explain how this becomes a challenge for extended space flight. Compare and contrast the decalcifying properties of several liquids.