Human Endoskeleton Quiz

What are the two major components of the human endoskeleton?

• Cartilage and muscle

• Bone and muscle

• Cartilage and bone

• Bone and tendon

Which type of bone cell is responsible for secreting collagen and forming organic compounds for bone formation?

• Osteocytes

• Osteoclasts

• Osteoblasts

• Osteoprogenitor cells

What is the function of osteocytes?

• Secrete collagen and form organic compounds

• Resorb bone matrix and release minerals

• Exchange nutrients and waste material with blood

• Differentiate into osteoblasts

Which type of joint allows for movement and is filled with synovial fluid?

• Fibrous

• Cartilaginous

• Synovial

• Suture

What is the role of the ACL ligament?

• Connects bones via dense connective tissue

• Connects the femur to the tibia and limits rotational knee movement

• Connects muscle to bone and allows for movement

• Holds together bones of the skull

What is the function of tendons?

• Connects bones via dense connective tissue

• Connects muscle to bone and allows for movement

• Holds together bones of the skull

• Connects blood vessels and lymph vessels

What is the definition of "foramen" in the context of bone terminology?

• Point of attachment of muscle to stationary bone

• An opening in the bone that allows for the passage of nerves

• Bending of joint

• Straightening of joint

What is the primary function of osteoclasts?

• Secrete collagen and form organic compounds

• Resorb bone matrix and release minerals

• Differentiate into osteoblasts

• Exchange nutrients and waste material with blood

Which part of the bone is described as a "very organized, dense bone"?

• Spongy bone

• Compact bone

• Medullary cavity

• Epiphyseal plate

What is the function of Haversian canals?

• Connects blood vessels and lymph vessels

• Passageway for nerves, blood, and lymph vessels

• Contains yellow bone marrow and red bone marrow

• Traps osteocytes and exchanges nutrients