Skeletal System Quiz

What are the primary components of the skeletal system?

• Muscles, tendons, ligaments

• Bones, cartilage, ligaments, other CT

• Skin, hair, nails

• Heart, lungs, brain

What type of bone is dense or cortical and makes up 80% of bone mass?

• Spongy bone

• Compact bone

• Fibrocartilage

• Hyaline cartilage

Which type of cartilage is more flexible than bone and attaches ribs to the sternum?

• Elastic cartilage

• Fibrocartilage

• Hyaline cartilage

• Compact cartilage

What is the function of ligaments in the skeletal system?

• Connect muscle to bone

• Connect bone to bone

• Produce blood cells

• Store calcium

Which of the following is a function of bones related to hematopoiesis?

• Storage of calcium

• Blood cell production

• Support and protection

• Levers for movement

Which of the following is an example of a long bone?

• Femur

• Carpals

• Vertebrae

• Cranial bones

What is the primary function of the diaphysis in a long bone?

• Provides leverage and weight support

• Covers the joint surface

• Contains red bone marrow

• Reduces friction in joints

Which type of bone is characterized by flat, thin surfaces?

• Flat bones

• Long bones

• Short bones

• Irregular bones

Where is the epiphyseal plate located?

• Within the metaphysis

• In the diaphysis

• At the distal epiphysis

• In the medullary cavity

What is the function of articular cartilage?

• Reduces friction in moveable joints

• Provides leverage and weight support

• Contains yellow bone marrow

• Composed of compact bone