Skeletal System Pre-test

Front

The patella is classified as a ________ bone.

Back

sesamoid

Front

True or False: Children are born with 300+ bones that later fuse together.

Back

true

Front

A ________ is a place where bones come together.

Back

joint

Front

Osteo means?

Back

Bone

Front

What bone is highlighted?

Back

Humerus

Front

What is the function of the skeletal system?

Back

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

Front

What are the two main types of bone tissue?

Back

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

Front

What is the role of osteoblasts?

Back

To build new bone tissue.

Front

What is the role of osteoclasts?

Back

To break down old bone tissue.

Front

What is the axial skeleton?

Back

The part of the skeleton that includes the skull, vertebral column, and rib cage.