5.02 Quiz

What is the primary function of the collection of bones in the musculoskeletal system?

• To provide energy

• To form the skeleton

• To produce blood cells

• To store minerals

Which part of the musculoskeletal system allows for movement at the joints?

• Muscles

• Ligaments

• Bones

• Tendons

What does the rib cage protect in the human body?

• Brain and spinal cord

• Heart and lungs

• Liver and kidneys

• Stomach and intestines

How does the musculoskeletal system provide protection to the brain?

• Through the rib cage

• Through the spine

• Through the skull

• Through the pelvis

What minerals are stored in the musculoskeletal system as a reservoir?

• Iron and magnesium

• Calcium and phosphorus

• Sodium and potassium

• Zinc and copper

What is the role of calcium in the body according to the musculoskeletal system?

• Energy storage

• Muscle contraction and enzyme activity

• Blood sugar regulation

• Oxygen transport

Where is bone marrow produced in long bones?

• In the outer shell

• In the medullary cavity

• In the bone surface

• In the cartilage

What is the function of bone marrow in the musculoskeletal system?

• Produces hormones

• Produces blood cells

• Stores fat

• Regulates temperature

What is the primary function of the skeletal system in animals?

• To provide structure and support

• To aid in digestion

• To produce hormones

• To regulate body temperature

Which type of muscle is voluntary and usually attached to the skeleton?

• Skeletal muscle

• Smooth muscle

• Cardiac muscle

• Involuntary muscle