3.2 Skeletal System

Front

The adult skeletal system is composed of how many bones?

Back

206

Front

What do the bones make?

Back

red blood cells

Front

Which of the following is found in the axial skeleton?
Options: Femur, Skull, Clavicle, Humerus

Back

Skull

Front

Which tissue cushions the end of bones?

Back

cartilage

Front

What do we call the place where two bones meet?

Back

joint

Front

Which is NOT a function of the skeletal system? Options: production of red blood cells, store calcium, digest food, movement, protection, and support

Back

digest food

Front

Which type of tissue connects bone to bone?

Back

ligaments

Front

What kind of joint is found at your elbow?

Back

hinge

Front

What describes the joints in the skull and ribs? Options: movable, hinge, pivot, immovable.

Back

immovable

Front

What is the name of the outer membrane that surrounds bones?

Back

periosteum