Musculoskeletal System Quiz

Which part of the skeletal system consists of the skull, rib cage, and vertebral column?

• Appendicular Skeleton

• Axial Skeleton

• Spongy Bone Tissue

• Compact Bone Tissue

How many bones are in the appendicular skeleton?

• 80

• 100

• 126

• 206

Which type of bone tissue is found in the epiphysis of long bones and the middle of other bones?

• Compact Bone Tissue

• Spongy Bone Tissue

• Endosteum

• Axial Skeleton

What is the function of the compact (cortical) bone tissue?

• Provides movement

• Provides protection and support

• Contains osteoprogenitor cells

• Absorbs and distributes stresses

Which type of bone is NOT one of the five types of bones listed?

• Flat bones

• Long bones

• Irregular bones

• Circular bones

Where is the endosteum located?

• Outer surface of bones

• Inner surface of bone cavities in long bones

• Middle of short bones

• Surface of flat bones

What is the function of the periosteum?

• It produces red blood cells.

• It separates the bone from surrounding structures.

• It stores adipose for energy production.

• It fills the medullary cavity of long bones.

What type of tissue is the epiphyseal plate made of?

• Adipose tissue

• Hyaline cartilage

• Compact bone

• Spongy bone

Which of the following is NOT a type of bone cell?

• Osteoblasts

• Osteoclasts

• Osteocytes

• Adipocytes

What is the primary function of red marrow?

• To store adipose for energy production

• To produce red blood cells

• To separate the bone from surrounding structures

• To develop into cartilage, bone, fat, or muscle cells