Skeletons

What are the two main types of skeletons?

• Hardshell and Softshell

• Endoskeleton and Exoskeleton

• Internalshell and Outershell

• Boneskeleton and Shellskeleton

What is the function of a skeleton in the human body?

• Support and protection

• Production of red blood cells

• Digestion and absorption

• Regulation of body temperature

Name three types of bones found in the human skeleton.

• Wrist, hip, collarbone

• Femur, skull, rib

• Spine, pelvis, shoulder

• Elbow, knee, ankle

How does the skeleton of a bird differ from the skeleton of a fish?

• The skeleton of a bird is made of cartilage, while the skeleton of a fish is made of bone

• The skeleton of a bird has lightweight and hollow bones, while the skeleton of a fish has a more streamlined and flexible structure.

• The skeleton of a bird has fins, while the skeleton of a fish has wings

• The skeleton of a bird is covered in scales, while the skeleton of a fish is covered in feathers

What is the purpose of a skeleton in animals?

• To provide food storage

• To help with digestion

• To regulate body temperature

• Support, protection, and movement

How many bones are there in the adult human body?

• 206

• 300

• 150

• 100

Name three animals with an exoskeleton.

• Whale, Dolphin, Shark

• Snake, Lizard, Turtle

• Elephant, Lion, Giraffe

• Beetle, Crab, Grasshopper

What is the difference between an endoskeleton and an exoskeleton?

• Endoskeleton is found in invertebrates, exoskeleton is found in vertebrates

• Endoskeleton is found in plants, exoskeleton is found in animals

• Endoskeleton is internal, exoskeleton is external

• Endoskeleton is made of metal, exoskeleton is made of bone

How does the skeleton of a reptile differ from the skeleton of a mammal?

• The skeleton of a reptile is smaller and less flexible than that of a mammal.

• The skeleton of a reptile is made of cartilage instead of bones.

• The skeleton of a reptile has more bones and is generally more flexible.

• The skeleton of a reptile has fewer bones and is generally more rigid.

What are the similarities between the skeleton of a human and the skeleton of a chimpanzee?

• Similar muscle structures and number of muscles

• Similar bone structures and number of bones

• Different size and shape of bones

• Different bone structures and number of bones