Musculoskeletal System

The endosteum layer of our bones is like a sponge because it is __________________.

• flexible

• absorbent

• squishy

• porous

Cartilage between bones act as a ____________ and ________.

• muscle

• cushion

• shock absorber

• food source

Check all the functions of the skeletal system.

• It enables movement.

• It provides support.

• It delivers nutrients all over the body.

• It protects vital organs.

• It produces red and white blood cells.

How many bones are in an adult body?

• 265

• 306

• 64

• 206

Tags

NGSS.MS-LS4-2

What does skeletal muscle do?

• It pumps the heart muscle.

• It moves food down the esophagus.

• It moves bones.

• It makes the skin flexible.

______________ can be found in the ears and nose as well as the cushioning at the end of bones.

• Tendons

• Smooth muscles

• Marrow

• Cartilage

The elbow and knee are examples of ___________ joints.

• ball and socket

• hinge

• pivot

• saddle

The shoulder is an example of a ____________ joint.

• hinge

• ball and socket

• pivot

• gliding

What is a joint?

• The place where 2 or more bones meet.

• A band of tissue that holds bones together.

What is the name for the connector that attaches muscle to bone?

• ligament

• tendon