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The Skeletal System

Total questions: 10

Worksheet time: 5mins

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Class
Date
1.

Which part of the skeletal system protects the brain?

a)

Spine

b)

Skull

c)

Pelvis

d)

Clavicle

2.

Which of the following is a function of the skeletal system?

a)

Producing hormones

b)

Storing minerals

c)

Filtering blood

d)

Regulating temperature

3.

The shaft of a long bone is known as the ______.

a)

Epiphysis

b)

Diaphysis

c)

Epiphyseal plate

d)

Articular cartilage

4.

The external layer of cartilage covering the ends of the epiphyses is called ______.

a)

Epiphyseal plate

b)

Articular cartilage

c)

Diaphysis

d)

Bone marrow

5.

What process occurs within the bone marrow?

a)

Photosynthesis

b)

Hematopoiesis

c)

Digestion

d)

Respiration

6.

What is the primary function of red bone marrow?

a)

Store fat

b)

Produce blood cells

c)

Support bone structure

d)

Protect organs

7.

Which layer of bone is known for being tough and connective?

a)

Compact bone

b)

Spongy bone

c)

Periosteum

d)

Marrow

8.

Fill in the blank: The _______ bone is primarily responsible for providing structural support and protection.

a)

A) Spongy

b)

B) Compact

9.

What fills the spaces between the trabeculae in spongy bone?

a)

Air

b)

Water

c)

Marrow or blood vessels

d)

Fat

10.

What are the cylinders in compact bone called?

a)

Lamellae

b)

Osteons

c)

Canals

d)

Periosteum