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Skeleton Movement and Locomotion — Syllabus

ICSE · Class 9 · Biology

What Skeleton Movement and Locomotion covers in ICSE Class 9 Biology: 4 topics, for the 2026-27 session. Part of the ICSE Class 9 Biology syllabus.

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4 Topics · ICSE Class 9 Biology · 2026-27

Topics in Skeleton Movement and Locomotion

1

Functions of the Human Skeleton

  • The skeleton provides support or framework to all soft parts and gives the body a definite shape.
  • Several delicate and important organs are protected by bones.
  • The skull protects the brain, the vertebral column protects the spinal cord, and the ribs protect the heart and lungs.
2

Bone Structure and Types of Bones

  • Bone is the chief component of the skeleton.
  • Bone contains organic and inorganic material.
  • The inorganic part makes up nearly two-thirds of the entire bone substance and includes mainly calcium and phosphorus compounds.
3

Human Skeleton and Its Divisions

  • The human skeleton consists of 206 bones including three very tiny bones in each ear.
  • The skeleton has two main divisions: axial skeleton and appendicular skeleton.
  • The axial skeleton includes the skull, vertebral column, ribs, and sternum.
4

Joints and Their Types

  • A joint is the point at which two separate bones meet.
  • There are three major categories of joints: immovable, partially movable, and freely movable.
  • Immovable joints allow no movement between bones.

Key Concepts

Central concept: Skeleton, joints, muscles, and locomotion work together to support the body, protect organs, and produce movement.

Functions of the skeletonConstituents of the skeletonBone structure and typesAxial skeletonAppendicular skeletonJointsMusclesLever mechanisms

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What are the important topics in Skeleton Movement and Locomotion for ICSE Class 9 Biology?
Key topics in Skeleton Movement and Locomotion include Functions of the Human Skeleton, Bone Structure and Types of Bones, Human Skeleton and Its Divisions, Joints and Their Types. Study these first, then practise questions on each for Class 9 exams.
How should I revise Skeleton Movement and Locomotion for Class 9 exams?
Learn the core ideas first, then work through the 41 practice questions on Skeleton Movement and Locomotion. Revise definitions regularly and use flashcards for quick recall before the exam.

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