Skeletal System Quiz

What is the primary function of the axial skeleton?

• To protect vital organs

• To facilitate movement

• To store minerals

• To produce blood cells

Which of the following bones is part of the appendicular skeleton?

• Skull

• Rib

• Femur

• Vertebra

How many bones are there in the adult human skeleton?

• 206

• 210

• 195

• 220

Which type of joint is found in the shoulder?

• Hinge joint

• Ball and socket joint

• Pivot joint

• Saddle joint

What is the main function of red bone marrow?

• To store fat

• To produce blood cells

• To provide structural support

• To facilitate movement

Which mineral is most commonly stored in bones?

• Sodium

• Potassium

• Calcium

• Iron

What type of bone is the patella?

• Long bone

• Short bone

• Flat bone

• Sesamoid bone

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

• Protection of internal organs

• Production of hormones

• Support and structure

• Facilitation of movement

Which type of bone is the femur?

• Long bone

• Short bone

• Flat bone

• Sesamoid bone

What is the primary function of yellow bone marrow?

• To store fat

• To produce blood cells

• To provide structural support

• To facilitate movement