SKELETAL SYSTEM

Multiple Choice

What is the main function of the integumentary system?

• Transport oxygen to cells

• Protect the body from external harm

• Break down food into nutrients

• Produce hormones

Open Ended

What happens to your skeletal system when you fracture your arm, and how does it help you recover?

Open Ended

Explain how the skeletal system affects your ability to perform everyday tasks and why it is important for daily life.

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is NOT a component of the skeletal system?

• Bones

• Cartilage

• Muscles

• Ligaments

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is a function of bone marrow in the skeletal system?

• Producing blood cells

• Storing minerals

• Protecting the brain

• Allowing movement

Multiple Select

Which functions are performed by the skeletal system?

• Support

• Protection

• Digestion

• Movement

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is NOT a function revealed by bone markings?

• Attachment of muscles, tendons, and ligaments

• Passage of nerves and blood vessels

• Storage of fat

• Indication of projections or depressions

Multiple Select

Which of the following statements about compact bone are correct?

• It is the outer layer of bone and is very hard and dense.

• It contains many spaces filled with red bone marrow.

• It is organized in structural units called Haversian systems.

• Osteocytes are living bone cells that live in its matrix.

Open Ended

Compare and contrast compact bone and spongy bone in terms of their structure and function.

Open Ended

Explain how the classification of bones by shape (long, short, flat, irregular) helps in understanding their function in the human body.

Multiple Choice

Which of the following bones are classified as short bones?

• Femur

• Carpals

• Parietal bone

• Vertebra

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is an example of a flat bone?

• Skull

• Vertebrae

• Femur

• Hip

Multiple Select

Which of the following statements are true about irregular bones?

• They have irregular shapes

• They do not fit into other bone classification categories

• They are always flat

• Examples include vertebrae and hip

Open Ended

Compare the structure and function of the diaphysis and epiphysis in a long bone.

Multiple Choice

What is the main function of Sharpey's fibers in a long bone?

• Secure periosteum and underlying bone

• Produce red blood cells

• Store fat

• Cover the external surface of the epiphyses

Open Ended

Explain the difference between yellow marrow and red marrow found in the medullary cavity of long bones.

Multiple Choice

Which structure in the microscopic anatomy of bone carries blood vessels and nerves perpendicular to the central canal?

• Perforating (Volkman's) canal

• Osteon (Haversian System)

• Central (Haversian) canal

• Lamellae

Multiple Select

Which of the following are components of the osteon (Haversian system) as shown in the diagram?

• Lamellae

• Central (Haversian) canal

• Lacuna

• Periosteum

Multiple Choice

What is the primary function of canaliculi in bone tissue?

• Form a transport system

• Store minerals

• Produce blood cells

• Support bone structure

Open Ended

Explain how the human skeleton changes from the embryonic stage to adulthood, focusing on the role of cartilage.

Multiple Choice

What is the role of epiphyseal plates in bone growth during childhood?

• Allow for growth of long bone

• Support bone marrow production

• Store calcium

• Connect muscles to bone

Open Ended

What do you think bones are made of? Are they alive or dead? Explain why.

Open Ended

Summarize one new thing you learned today about the integumentary or skeletal system and how it might apply to your daily life.