2c: Bone Function, Development, Growth and Repair

Open Ended

How do bones contribute to the protection of vital organs in the body?

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is a primary function of bones in the human body?

• To provide support and protection

• To produce hormones

• To digest food

• To regulate body temperature

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is NOT a function of red bone marrow?

• Formation of red blood cells

• Formation of white blood cells

• Storage of fat

• Formation of platelets

Multiple Choice

Which of the following ions are stored in bone tissue?

• Calcium

• Magnesium

• Potassium

• All of the above

Open Ended

How does bone remodeling contribute to the maintenance of bone tissue throughout life?

Multiple Select

Which of the following factors affect bone development, growth, and repair?

• Nutrition

• Hormonal secretions

• Physical exercise

• All of the above

Open Ended

How do bones contribute to both protection and movement in the human body?

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is NOT a function of bones as described in the lesson?

• Bones provide support for the body’s weight.

• Bones protect the heart and lungs.

• Bones store genetic information.

• Bones act with muscles to cause movement.