CKLA Unit 3 Vocabulary

Front

What are the building blocks of life?

Back

Cells are the basic units of life that make up all living organisms.

Front

What is the cushiony material between two bones called?

Back

Cartilage is a flexible tissue that provides cushioning between bones.

Front

The part of the bone where red blood cells are produced.

Back

Bone marrow is the soft tissue inside bones where blood cells are made.

Front

What bone is in red in the picture?

Back

The fibula is one of the two bones in the lower leg.

Front

Which connects bone to bone?

Back

Ligaments are strong tissues that connect bones to other bones.

Front

What is the function of bones in the body?

Back

Bones provide structure, protect organs, and allow movement.

Front

What is a tendon?

Back

A tendon is a tough band of tissue that connects muscles to bones.

Front

What is the largest bone in the human body?

Back

The femur, or thigh bone, is the largest bone in the human body.

Front

What is the role of red blood cells?

Back

Red blood cells carry oxygen from the lungs to the rest of the body.

Front

What is the skeletal system?

Back

The skeletal system is made up of all the bones in the body and provides support.