Bone Formation and Growth

What is the process by which bone forms called?

• Ossification

• Calcification

• Remodeling

• Repair

Which type of ossification is simpler?

• Intramembranous

• Endochondral

• Both are equally complex

• None of the above

Which type of ossification involves the formation of a cartilage model first?

• Intramembranous

• Endochondral

• Both involve cartilage model formation

• None of the above

Which bones initially form through intramembranous ossification?

• Skull bones

• Long bones

• Vertebrae

• Ribs

Which type of growth allows for bone length increase?

• Interstitial growth

• Appositional growth

• Both allow bone length increase

• None of the above

Which type of growth occurs on the outer surface of bones?

• Interstitial growth

• Appositional growth

• Both occur on the outer surface

• None of the above

What is the process of reshaping bone in response to use or disuse called?

• Ossification

• Calcification

• Remodeling

• Repair

What are the cells responsible for bone resorption called?

• Osteoblasts

• Osteocytes

• Chondroblasts

• Osteoclasts

Which bones of the body initially form through endochondral ossification?

• Skull bones

• Facial bones

• Mandible

• Clavicle

What is the function of fontanels in the skull?

• Allow bone length growth

• Allow flexibility during birth

• Facilitate bone remodeling

• Protect the brain