Which of the following is a function of the bones in the musculoskeletal system?
BIO11 Body Systems- Musculoskeletal System

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Producing red and white blood cells
Providing attachment sites for muscles
Storing excess glucose for energy
Secreting hormones to regulate blood calcium levels
Answer explanation
Bones provide the framework for the body and serve as attachment sites for muscles. They also protect internal organs and produce red and white blood cells in the bone marrow.
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Which of the following is a type of muscle in the musculoskeletal system that is responsible for involuntary movements?
Smooth muscle
Cardiac muscle
Skeletal muscle
Striated muscle
Answer explanation
Smooth muscle is a type of muscle in the musculoskeletal system that is responsible for involuntary movements such as the movement of food through the digestive tract, blood flow through blood vessels, and the constriction and dilation of airways.
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Which of the following connects muscles to bones in the musculoskeletal system?
Tendons
Ligaments
Cartilage
Joints
Answer explanation
Tendons are tough, fibrous connective tissues that connect muscles to bones in the musculoskeletal system. They transmit the force of muscle contraction to the bone, allowing for movement.
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Which of the following connects bones to other bones in the musculoskeletal system?
Tendons
Ligaments
Cartilage
Joints
Answer explanation
Ligaments are strong, fibrous connective tissues that connect bones to other bones in the musculoskeletal system. They provide stability to joints and help to prevent excessive movement or dislocation.
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Which of the following is a tough, flexible connective tissue found in the musculoskeletal system that cushions joints and helps with movement?
Tendons
Ligaments
Cartilage
Joints
Answer explanation
Cartilage is a tough, flexible connective tissue found in the musculoskeletal system that cushions joints and helps with movement. It also serves as a shock absorber, reducing the impact of movements on the bones and joints.
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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Which of the following is a function of synovial fluid in the musculoskeletal system?
Provides oxygen and nutrients to the bones
Connects muscles to bones
Helps cushion and lubricate joints
Contracts to produce movement
Answer explanation
Synovial fluid is a thick, clear fluid that is found in joints and helps to cushion and lubricate them. It helps to reduce friction between the bones and allows for smooth movement.
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FILL IN THE BLANK QUESTION
1 min • 1 pt
Bones are a type of ___________ tissue that provide support and protection for the body.
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