Bones: Functions Bones are rigid, mineralized structures that make up the skeletal system. They serve multiple essential roles in the body, from providing structural support to enabling movement and storing vital minerals. 1. Structural Support 2. Protection 3. Movement 4. Mineral Storage 5. Blood Cell Production (Hematopoiesis) 6. Fat Storage 7. Hormone Regulation 8. Detoxification 9. Sound Transmission 10. Growth and Development Bone Tissue Types Summary of Bone Functions Function