Skeletal System Functions PLTW

Which of the following is not a function of the skeletal system?

• a) Protection

• c) Digestion

• d) Blood cell production.

• b) Movement

What is the main function of the skeletal system?

• d) Reproduction.

• c) Sensation

• b) Storage

• a) Support

Which bone protects the brain?

• b) Skull

• a) Femur

• d) Vertebrae.

• c) Rib

What is the process of bone formation called?

• b) Calcification

• c) Cartilage

• d) Osteoporosis

• a) Ossification

Which of the following is not a type of bone?

• Round bone

• Short bone

• Long bone

• Flat bone

Bone marrow is the spongy tissue inside some of your bones, such as your hip and thigh bones. What is the function of bone marrow?

• Protection of muscles

• Generate blood cells

• Regulation of body temperature

• Storage of oxygen

Which of the following is not a joint type?

• Smooth joint

• Ball and socket joint

• Pivot joint

• Hinge jointt

What is the purpose of ligaments?

• Produce synovial fluid.

• Provide cushioning

• Connect bones to bones

• Connect bones to muscles

Which of the following is not a function of the skeletal system?

• Blood cell production.

• Protection

• Movement

• Digestion

Structure #2 is the 

• medullary cavity
• periosteum
• epiphysis
• diaphysis