Skeletal System Review

Front

Calcium, fat, and other nutrients are ______ in the _______ marrow of long bones.

Back

stored/yellow

Front

Blood cells are ______ in the _______ marrow of long bones.

Back

synthesized/red

Front

The axial skeleton is

Back

the head and trunk

Front

NAME THE #17 GROUP OF BONES

Back

METACARPALS

Front

What type of bone is the scapula?

Back

flat bone

Front

What is the primary function of the skeletal system?

Back

Support, movement, protection, blood cell production, and mineral storage.

Front

What are the two main types of bone tissue?

Back

Compact bone and spongy bone.

Front

What is the role of red bone marrow?

Back

Red bone marrow is responsible for the production of red blood cells, white blood cells, and platelets.

Front

What is the difference between the axial and appendicular skeleton?

Back

The axial skeleton includes the skull, vertebral column, and rib cage; the appendicular skeleton includes the limbs and girdles.

Front

What type of bone is the femur?

Back

long bone