Skeletal System 2

Which part of the bone is the hard, strong layer?

• Periosteum

• Compact

• Spongy

• Cartilage

What type of joint is in our ankles?

• Immovable

• Pivot

• Ball-and-Socket

• Gliding

What is the bone called that is in our forearm, on the thumb side?

• Radius

• Ulna

• Tibia

• Fibula

Which of these are functions of our skeletal system? Click all that apply.

• Protection of Internal Organs

• Regulation of Body Temperature

• Elimination of Wastes

• Shape and Support

What is the tough band of tissue that holds bones in place?

• Spongy Bone

• Osteoclasts

• Ligaments

• Periosteum

What are the bones of our wrists called?

• Tarsals

• Metatarsals

• Carpals

• Metacarpals

Spongy bone helps make our bones lighter.

• True

• False

The periosteum acts as a shock absorber for our bones.

• True

• False

Which type of joint allows little or no movement?

• Immovable

• Ball-and-Socket

• Hinge

• Gliding

Which bone's job is it to protect our brain?

• Femur

• Skull

• Humerus

• Rib Cage