Skeletal and Muscular System Flashcard

Front

Are bones alive?

Back

Yes

Front

What are bones made of?

Back

Living Tissue

Front

What is cartilage and where is it found?

Back

Dense connective tissue found at the end of bones made of tough protein fibers

Front

Ligaments

Back

The tough protein fiber that connects bone to bone to make up the skeletal system

Front

What other organ system does the skeletal system work with to help move the body?

Back

Muscular System

Front

What are the two types of bone tissue?

Back

Compact and Spongy

Front

What is true about compact and spongy bone?

Back

Compact Bone - Dense outer layer; Spongy Bone - Light inner layer

Answer explanation

Compact bone has a dense outer layer, while spongy bone has a light inner layer. This makes the statement 'Compact Bone - Dense outer layer, Spongy Bone- Light inner layer' true.

Front

Why do bones look shiny and white?

Back

Because they are covered in Periosteum

Answer explanation

Bones look shiny and white because they are covered in Periosteum.

Front

What is made in bone marrow?

Back

blood cells

Answer explanation

Bone marrow produces blood cells, not bone or periosteum.

Front

What type of cells make up muscles?

Back

Muscle Fibers

Answer explanation

Muscle fibers make up muscles. They are the cells responsible for the contraction and movement of muscles.