Skeletal System

Front

What is the main function of the vertebrae?

Back

The vertebrae protect the spinal cord and support the body, allowing for good posture.

Front

What structure in the skeletal system protects the heart and lungs?

Back

The ribs protect the heart and lungs.

Front

Which bone is found in the upper arm?

Back

The humerus is the bone located in the upper arm.

Front

What are the bones that make up the ankle called?

Back

The tarsals are the bones that make up the ankle.

Front

What is one function that is NOT performed by the skeletal system?

Back

Connecting bones together is not a function of the skeletal system.

Front

What is the role of the pelvis in the skeletal system?

Back

The pelvis supports the weight of the upper body and protects the organs in the lower abdomen.

Front

What is the function of the skeletal system in blood cell production?

Back

The skeletal system produces blood cells in the bone marrow.

Front

What is the term for the flexible connective tissue found in joints?

Back

Cartilage is the flexible connective tissue found in joints.

Front

What is the largest bone in the human body?

Back

The femur is the largest bone in the human body.

Front

What is the purpose of the skull?

Back

The skull protects the brain and forms the structure of the face.