Intro To The Skeletal System

What do long bones provide?

• Flexibility and elasticity

• Strength, structure, and mobility

• Insulation and warmth

• Protection and cushioning

What is the primary composition of long bones?

• Cartilage

• Dense bone tissue

• Fibrous tissue

• Spongy bone

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

• Carpal bones

• Femur

• Humerus

• Skull

What is the primary function of short bones?

• Provide support and stability with little movement

• Protect internal organs

• Facilitate movement

• Store minerals

Which of the following is a feature of short bones?

• Do not contain a diaphysis

• Have a long shaft

• Are hollow

• Are flat

Flat bones are important for muscle attachment. Which muscle group is commonly attached to the skull?

• Abdominal muscles

• Facial muscles

• Leg muscles

• Arm muscles

The vertebrae are an example of which type of bone?

• Long bone

• Irregular bone

• Flat bone

• Short bone

What type of surfaces do irregular bones have?

• Smooth and round

• Short, flat, notched, or ridged

• Long and narrow

• Flat and wide

What are sesamoid bones?

• Large bones within muscles

• Small bones within tendons

• Bones that connect to the spine

• Bones that form the skull

Which of the following statements is true about sesamoid bones?

• They are always the same size

• They are found only in the feet

• They can vary in number and locations

• They are the largest bones in the body