Skeletal system Flashcards
(21 cards)
What is the primary function of the skeletal system?
To provide structure, support, and protection to the body.
True or False: The human adult skeleton consists of 206 bones.
True
Fill in the blank: The skeletal system is made up of bones, cartilage, and __________.
ligaments
What type of bone is primarily responsible for the production of blood cells?
Red bone marrow found within certain bones.
Multiple Choice: Which of the following is NOT a function of the skeletal system? A) Blood cell production B) Hormone regulation C) Storage of minerals D) Support
B) Hormone regulation
What is the term for the process by which bone is formed?
Ossification
True or False: The axial skeleton includes the skull, vertebral column, and rib cage.
True
What are the two main types of bone tissue?
Cortical (compact) bone and trabecular (spongy) bone.
Fill in the blank: The longest bone in the human body is the __________.
femur
Multiple Choice: Which of the following bones is part of the appendicular skeleton? A) Sternum B) Humerus C) Vertebra D) Rib
B) Humerus
What is the name of the joint that allows for the greatest range of motion?
Ball-and-socket joint
True or False: Cartilage is a type of connective tissue that is more flexible than bone.
True
What is the primary mineral stored in bones?
Calcium
Fill in the blank: The condition characterized by a decrease in bone density is known as __________.
osteoporosis
What term describes the soft spots on a baby’s skull?
Fontanelles
Multiple Choice: Which of the following is a type of synovial joint? A) Suture B) Hinge C) Cartilaginous D) Fibrous
B) Hinge
What is the function of ligaments in the skeletal system?
To connect bones to other bones.
True or False: The human skeleton is fully developed by the age of 18.
False
What is the name of the protective sheath that surrounds each bone?
Periosteum
Fill in the blank: The pelvic girdle is composed of two __________ bones.
hip
