Bone and Joints Test Retake

Front

What is the hard outer layer of bone called?

Back

Compact

Front

What type of joint is slightly moveable, such as the vertebrae?

Back

Ampiarthrosis

Front

Which of the following is NOT a function of the skeleton: Production of blood cells, Gives the body form, Protects internal organs, or Generates heat?

Back

Generates heat

Front

What is a cell that eats/dissolves bone tissue called?

Back

Osteoclast

Front

What are the layers of bone matrix called?

Back

Lamellae

Front

What is the function of osteoblasts?

Back

Osteoblasts are cells that form new bone tissue.

Front

What is the role of osteocytes in bone tissue?

Back

Osteocytes maintain bone tissue and communicate with other bone cells.

Front

What type of joint allows for free movement in multiple directions?

Back

Diarthrosis

Front

What is the term for the soft tissue inside bones that produces blood cells?

Back

Bone marrow

Front

What is the name of the connective tissue that connects bone to bone?

Back

Ligament