Skeletal System

Question 1

What is the main function of the skeletal system?

Answer 1

To provide structure, support, and protection to the body.

Question 2

True or False: The adult human skeleton has 206 bones.

Answer 2

True

Question 3

Fill in the blank: The bone that forms the forehead is called the _____ bone.

Answer 3

Cranium

Question 4

Which type of bone is primarily responsible for producing blood cells?

Answer 4

Red bone marrow found in certain bones.

Question 5

What are the two main types of bone tissue?

Answer 5

Cortical (compact) bone and trabecular (spongy) bone.

Question 6

Multiple Choice: Which bone is known as the ‘collarbone’?
A) Scapula
B) Clavicle
C) Sternum
D) Humerus

Answer 6

B) Clavicle

Question 7

Identify the largest bone in the human body.

Answer 7

The femur.

Question 8

True or False: Bones are completely solid and do not contain any living cells.

Answer 8

False

Question 9

What is the term for the process by which bone tissue is formed?

Answer 9

Ossification.

Question 10

Fill in the blank: The _____ is the bone that protects the brain.

Answer 10

skull