Skeletal System Intro QUiz

The process for creating red blood cells occurs in the skeletal system. What is the name of this process?

• erythropoeitinesis

• hematopoiesis

• homeostasis

• erythrostasis

This is at the end of a bone, cushions/tough

• cartilage

• tendon

• ligament

This attaches bone to muscle.

• cartilage

• tendon

• ligament

This attaches bone to bone

• cartilage

• tendon

• ligament

The part of the bone that makes red blood cells.

• cartilage

• tendon

• ligament

• bone marrow

Which is not a function of the skeletal system?

• shape and support

• movement

• protection

• gas exchange

What is a joint?

• The place where 2 or more bones meet.

• A thin membrane that covers the surface of bone.

• A band of tissue that hold bones together.

• Connective tissue

What is hard bone?

• Cartilage

• Tendon

• Spongy Bone

• Compact Bone

A living bone's surface is covered with a tough, tight-fitting membrane called the _________________________.

• periosteum

• cartilage

• marrow

• compact bone

What bone is highlighted?

• Skull (Cranium)

• Scapula

• Clavicle

• Mandible