All about bone

Question 1

Function of skeletal system

Support

Answer 1

-To serve as the structural framework by supporting the soft tissue
-Provide attachment points for the tendons

Question 2

Function of skeletal system

Protection

Answer 2

-Protects the internal organs from injury

Cranial bone protect the brain

Question 3

Functions of skeletal system

Assistance in movement

Answer 3

-Contract and relax to produce movement

Question 4

Functions of skeletal system

Storage and release of mineral homeostasis

Answer 4

-Stores calcium and phosphorus to strengthen of bone
-Release minirals into the blood to maintain critical mineral balances

Question 6

Functions of skeletal system

Blood cell production

Answer 6

Red bone marrow produces RBC,WBC and platelets

Process: hemopoiesis

Question 7

Functions of skeletal system

Triglyceride storage

Answer 7

Contains yellow bone marrow, which stores triglyceride (fats)

Question 8

Structure of bone

Diaphysis

Answer 8

Main portion of the bone

Question 9

Structure of bone

Epiphysis

Answer 9

Proximal and distal ends of the bone

Question 10

Structure of bone

Articular cartilage

Answer 10

Thin layer of hyaline cartilage covering the part of the epiphysis

Question 11

Structure of bone

Metaphyses

Answer 11

-Contains an epiphyseal plate-allow bone to grow