Chapter 7: Skeletal System

Question 1

What are the parts of a long bone?

Answer 1

Diaphysis, epiphysis, medullary cavity, periosteum

Question 2

What are the two types of bone tissue?

Answer 2

Compact and spongy

Question 3

What are the bone cells and their functions?

Answer 3

Osteoblasts (build), osteocytes (maintain), osteoclasts (break down)

Question 4

What are the two types of ossification?

Answer 4

Intramembranous (flat bones), endochondral (long bones)

Question 5

What are the functions of the skeletal system?

Answer 5

Support, movement, protection, mineral storage, blood cell production