Functions of Skeletal System

Fill in the blank: The skeleton is the framework of the body, it supports the softer tissues and provides points of attachment for most _______ muscles.

• skeletal

• cardiac

• smooth

• involuntary

Fill in the blank: The skeleton provides mechanical protection for many of the body's internal organs, reducing risk of injury to them. For example, cranial bones protect the brain, vertebrae protect the spinal cord, and the ribcage protects the _______ and lungs.

• heart

• liver

• kidneys

• stomach

Fill in the blank: Skeletal muscles are attached to bones (via tendons), therefore when the associated muscles contract they cause _______ to move.

• bones

• skin

• nerves

• blood

What is one of the functions of the skeletal system related to minerals?

• Storage of minerals

• Production of hormones

• Digestion of food

• Regulation of temperature

Fill in the blank: Bone tissues store several minerals, including _______.

• calcium

• glucose

• vitamin C

• oxygen

Which type of bone marrow is responsible for the production of blood cells?

• Yellow marrow

• Red marrow

• White marrow

• Blue marrow

Red blood cells, white blood cells, and platelets are all produced in the red marrow.

• True

• False

Label the part of the bone that contains red marrow.

• Spongy bone

• Compact bone

• Periosteum

• Medullary cavity

Which part of the bone contains yellow marrow?

• Yellow marrow

• Red marrow

• Periosteum

• Compact bone

What is the function of blood vessels in bone marrow?

• To supply nutrients and oxygen to the bone and remove waste products.

• To produce red blood cells directly.

• To store calcium for the body.

• To provide structural support to the bone.