Skeletal System (Review)

Front

What keeps all the skull bones together?

Back

Sutures are fibrous joints that connect the bones of the skull.

Front

Which bone of the leg compares to the humerus in the arm?

Back

The femur is the bone in the leg that is comparable to the humerus in the arm.

Front

What is a flat rounded bone in the thoracic cage?

Back

Ribs are flat, rounded bones that form the thoracic cage.

Front

What part of the bone produces red blood cells?

Back

The epiphysis contains red bone marrow, which produces red blood cells.

Front

Where in the bone do we find triglycerides (fat)?

Back

Triglycerides are found in the diaphysis of long bones, specifically in the medullary cavity.

Front

What is the function of sutures in the skull?

Back

Sutures provide stability and protect the brain by firmly connecting skull bones.

Front

What type of bone is the femur classified as?

Back

The femur is classified as a long bone.

Front

What is the role of the diaphysis in long bones?

Back

The diaphysis is the shaft of the bone, providing strength and support.

Front

What is aplastic anemia?

Back

Aplastic anemia is a condition where the body fails to produce enough blood cells.

Front

What is the significance of the medullary cavity?

Back

The medullary cavity stores fat and contains bone marrow.