The adult human skeleton contains more than 300 bones.

Red bone marrow is responsible for the production of blood cells.

The periosteum is the tough membrane covering the outside of bones.

The diaphysis is the end of a long bone.

The skeletal system protects internal organs such as the brain and heart.

Yellow bone marrow is mainly involved in fat storage.

Which of the following is NOT a function of the skeletal system?

What is the main function of red bone marrow?

Which part of a long bone contains the growth plate?

Which mineral is most abundant in bone tissue?

A patient has a deficiency in calcium. Which function of the skeletal system is most directly affected?

If the periosteum is damaged, which process would be most affected?

A person suffers a fracture in the diaphysis of the femur. Which part of the bone is injured?

If red bone marrow is not functioning properly, what is the most likely consequence?

The axial skeleton includes the bones of the skull, vertebral column, and rib cage.

Cartilage is a type of connective tissue found at the ends of bones.

The appendicular skeleton consists of the bones of the arms, legs, pelvis, and shoulder.

Osteoblasts are responsible for breaking down bone tissue.

The medullary cavity is filled with yellow bone marrow in adults.

Joints are locations where two or more bones meet.

The femur is the longest bone in the human body.

Bone tissue is constantly being broken down and rebuilt in a process called remodeling.

Which of the following bones is part of the axial skeleton?

Which cell type is responsible for building new bone tissue?

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

What is the function of articular cartilage?

Which bone is NOT part of the appendicular skeleton?

A child with vitamin D deficiency may develop soft, weak bones. Which skeletal function is most affected?

If a person’s bones are not properly protecting their internal organs, which part of the skeletal system is most likely compromised?

A patient has a disease that destroys cartilage at the ends of bones. What is the most likely result?

A fracture that damages the red bone marrow will most likely affect which body process?

If the epiphyseal plate closes too early in a child, what is the likely result?

A person with brittle bones is most likely suffering from a problem with which bone function?

If a person’s bones are not storing enough calcium, which of the body system may be directly affected?

A patient with a broken rib is at risk for damage to which organ?

What bone function keeps our balance?

If a person’s yellow bone marrow is damaged, which function is most directly affected?

A person with a severe bone infection may have difficulty with which skeletal function?

If a person’s bones are not able to remodel properly, what is the most likely long-term effect?