Understanding the Musculoskeletal System

What is the primary function of the musculoskeletal system?

• Circulation

• Respiration

• Movement

• Digestion

What mineral does bone tissue primarily store?

• Iron

• Magnesium

• Potassium

• Calcium

What is the function of red bone marrow?

• Produce blood cells

• Store minerals

• Protect organs

• Produce hormones

Which system controls the contraction of skeletal muscles?

• Nervous system

• Endocrine system

• Digestive system

• Circulatory system

What is the role of ligaments in the musculoskeletal system?

• Connect muscle to bone

• Insulate nerve cells

• Hold bones together

• Provide nutrients to cartilage

What type of bone is primarily responsible for body movements?

• Flat bones

• Short bones

• Irregular bones

• Long bones

Which component gives bones their flexibility?

• Keratin

• Calcium

• Phosphate

• Collagen

Which type of bone provides protective functions?

• Sesamoid bones

• Flat bones

• Short bones

• Long bones

Which cells are responsible for forming new bone tissue?

• Chondrocytes

• Osteoblasts

• Myocytes

• Osteoclasts

Which hormone does not regulate bone remodeling?

• Estrogen

• Parathyroid hormone

• Insulin

• Vitamin D