Understanding the Skeletal System

Distinguish between the axial skeleton and the appendicular skeleton.

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Analyze the structure of bone.

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Summarize the process of bone development.

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Identify the three main classes of joints.

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State multiple disorders affecting the bones and joints.

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What is the most complex part of the axial skeleton?

• Skull

• Spine

• Ribs

• Pelvis

What is the area of growth in a long bone called?

• Epiphyseal Plate

• Diaphysis

• Osteocyte

• Osteoblast

What skeletal disorder is caused by a lack of vitamin D?

• Osteoporosis

• Bone Fracture

• Rickets

• Arthritis

What type of joint permits little or no movement?

• Immovable joints

• Slightly movable joints

• Freely movable joints

• All of the above

What is the painful inflammation of freely movable joints called?

• Rheumatoid arthritis

• Osteoarthritis

• Osteoporosis

• Rickets