Lesson 3

Question 1

What is the primary function of the skeleton?

Answer 1

The primary function of the skeleton is to provide support and structure to the body.

Question 2

True or False: The human skeleton is made up of 206 bones.

Answer 2

True

Question 3

Which part of the skeleton protects the brain?

Answer 3

The cranium

Question 4

Multiple Choice: Which of the following is NOT a function of the skeleton? A) Blood cell production B) Hormone regulation C) Protection of organs D) Mineral storage

Answer 4

B) Hormone regulation

Question 5

What is the term for the junction where two bones meet?

Answer 5

Joint

Question 6

True or False: Cartilage is a type of connective tissue found in the skeleton.

Answer 6

True

Question 7

Fill in the blank: The _____ skeleton consists of the skull, vertebral column, and rib cage.

Answer 7

axial

Question 8

What is the role of the vertebral column?

Answer 8

To protect the spinal cord and provide structural support.

Question 9

Multiple Choice: How many pairs of ribs do humans typically have? A) 10 B) 12 C) 14 D) 16

Answer 9

B) 12

Question 10

What is the name of the bone that forms the upper arm?

Answer 10

Humerus

Question 11

Name the two bones found in the forearm.

Answer 11

Radius and ulna

Question 12

True or False: The pelvic girdle is part of the appendicular skeleton.

Answer 12

True

Question 13

What type of joint allows for the greatest range of motion?

Answer 13

Ball-and-socket joint

Question 14

Fill in the blank: The _____ is the longest bone in the human body.

Answer 14

femur

Question 15

What is the primary mineral stored in bones?

Answer 15

Calcium

Question 16

Multiple Choice: Which bone is known as the collarbone? A) Scapula B) Clavicle C) Sternum D) Humerus

Answer 16

B) Clavicle

Question 17

What is the difference between compact bone and spongy bone?

Answer 17

Compact bone is dense and forms the outer layer, while spongy bone is lighter, with a lattice structure, found inside bones.

Question 18

True or False: The patella is also known as the kneecap.

Answer 18

True

Question 19

What is the term for the process of bone formation?

Answer 19

Ossification

Question 20

Fill in the blank: The _____ vertebrae are located in the neck region.

Answer 20

cervical

Question 21

Multiple Choice: Which bone is NOT part of the skull? A) Frontal B) Mandible C) Tibia D) Occipital

Answer 21

C) Tibia

Question 22

What structure connects muscles to bones?

Answer 22

Tendons

Question 23

True or False: The skeleton does not play a role in protecting vital organs.

Answer 23

False

Question 24

What is the name of the bone under your Femur?

Answer 24

Patella

Question 25

What are the bones in your legs called?

Answer 25

Fibula & Tibia

Question 26

What are the bones in your feet called?

Answer 26

Tarsals, Metatarsals, Phalanges

Question 27

What are the bones in your hand called?

Answer 27

Carpals, Metacarpals, Phalanges

Question 28

What is the bone on your back called?

Answer 28

Vertebrae