Bones, Muscles and Skin Review

Front

What is the term for exercises like running, swimming, and biking that build stamina?

Back

Endurance

Front

What type of tissue covers and protects the body?

Back

Epithelial tissue

Front

What do we call the place where two or more bones meet?

Back

Joint

Front

What is the term for an injury when a muscle or tendon is overstretched or torn?

Back

Strain

Front

What are thick bands of connective tissue that connect muscle to bone called?

Back

Tendon

Front

What type of tissue connects bones to other bones?

Back

Ligament

Front

What is the primary function of muscles in the body?

Back

To facilitate movement by contracting and relaxing.

Front

What is the outermost layer of skin called?

Back

Epidermis

Front

What is the function of connective tissue?

Back

To support, bind together, and protect tissues and organs.

Front

What is the term for the flexible tissue found at the ends of bones?

Back

Cartilage