The musculoskeletal system consists of the skeleton and muscular system, which work together to enable movement of the body. The skeleton provides structure, support, and protection of organs, while allowing movement at joints. The muscular system enables body movement and gives shape. Bones connect at joints, including fixed joints like the skull and movable joints like the knee. Cartilage covers bone ends and ligaments connect bones at joints. Muscles contract to cause movement and relax to return to original length. Tendons connect muscles to bones. Antagonistic muscle pairs work in opposition to cause movement. The nervous system coordinates body functions and movement through the central and peripheral nervous systems. Neurons transmit signals within the nervous system to control voluntary and involuntary actions. The