So the bone here and the bone here and these basically connect the axial skeleton to the apendicular skeleton. Now let's discuss the different types of functions of the human skeletal system. So what roles does the skeletal system actually play? So we have five important functions that we have to be aware of. So we have a function in protection, in support, in movement, in storage and mineral homeostasis as well as in the production of blood cells known as hematopoasis. So let's begin by briefly discussing the concept of protection.