Musculoskeletal System Flashcards
What are the four main types of tissue in the musculoskeletal system?
Epithelial, connective, muscle, and nervous tissue.
True or False: Muscle tissue is responsible for movement in the musculoskeletal system.
True.
Fill in the blank: __________ tissue provides structural support and connects different parts of the body.
Connective
What type of connective tissue is found in tendons and ligaments?
Dense connective tissue.
Multiple Choice: Which type of muscle tissue is involuntary and found in the walls of organs?
Smooth muscle.
What is the primary function of cartilage in the musculoskeletal system?
To provide cushioning and support at joints.
True or False: Epithelial tissue is involved in the contraction of muscles.
False.
Fill in the blank: Bone is a type of __________ connective tissue.
specialized
What are the two types of bone tissue?
Cortical (compact) bone and cancellous (spongy) bone.
Multiple Choice: Which type of muscle tissue is striated and under voluntary control?
Skeletal muscle.
What role do tendons play in the musculoskeletal system?
They connect muscles to bones.
True or False: All types of connective tissue have a rich blood supply.
False.
Fill in the blank: The primary cell type in cartilage is called a __________.
chondrocyte
What is the function of ligaments?
To connect bones to other bones at joints.
What type of tissue are sutures formed from? What is an example of a bone connected by sutures?
Tough connective tissue that join 2 bone surfaces together; an example is bones of the skull.
What is the main characteristic of elastic cartilage?
It is flexible and provides support with elasticity.
True or False: Nervous tissue is a major component of the musculoskeletal system.
False.
Fill in the blank: __________ joints allow for little to no movement. An example is the pubic symphysis
Cartilaginous
What type of connective tissue forms the framework for organs?
Loose connective tissue.
Multiple Choice: Which type of muscle tissue is found in the heart?
Cardiac muscle.
What is an example of a planar joint? How is movement facilitated within this joint?
Carpal/tarsal bones or between the veterbrae
Bones have articulating surfaces that allow for gliding movements. Limited range of motion and no rotation.
Fill in the blank: ________ joints allow for lots of movement and flexibility. What are 4 types of this joint?
Synovial.
Ball and socket
Condyloid
Hinge
Pivot
Fill in the blank: The __________ is the tough, fibrous tissue that covers the ends of bones at joints.
articular cartilage
What is the main function of skeletal muscle?
To facilitate voluntary movement.
Multiple Choice: Which type of connective tissue is responsible for transporting nutrients and waste products?
Blood.
What is the primary function of synovial fluid?
To lubricate joints and reduce friction.
What is the primary function of the skeletal system in animals?
The primary function of the skeletal system is to provide structure, support, and protection for the body.
True or False: All animals have an internal skeleton.
False
Fill in the blank: The skeletal system is made up of bones, cartilage, and ______.
ligaments
What are the two main types of skeletal systems in animals?
Endoskeleton and exoskeleton.
Which type of skeleton is found in vertebrates?
Endoskeleton.
Multiple Choice: Which of the following is NOT a function of the skeletal system? A) Protection B) Movement C) Digestion D) Mineral storage
C) Digestion
What is the term for the process of bone formation?
Ossification.
True or False: Cartilage is more flexible than bone.
True
What is the name of the connective tissue that connects bones to muscles?
Tendons.
What is an example of an animal with an exoskeleton?
Crab or insect.
Fill in the blank: Skeletal muscle is under ______ control.
Voluntary
What is the largest bone in the animal body?
The femur.
Multiple Choice: Which of the following animals has a hydrostatic skeleton? A) Earthworm B) Dog C) Fish D) Eagle
A) Earthworm
True or False: The skeletal system plays a role in blood cell production.
True
What type of joint allows for the greatest range of motion?
Ball-and-socket joint.
What is the primary mineral stored in bones?
Calcium.
Fill in the blank: The axial skeleton includes the skull, vertebral column, and ______.
rib cage
What is the term for the protective covering of the brain, made up of bones?
Cranium.
Multiple Choice: Which of the following is NOT a type of bone? A) Long B) Short C) Flat D) Circular
D) Circular
What type of skeleton do arthropods possess?
Exoskeleton.
True or False: Bones are static structures that do not change after growth.
False
What is the name of the soft tissue found in the center of bones?
Bone marrow.
Fill in the blank: The ______ is a type of joint that allows limited movement.
cartilaginous joint
What is the role of ligaments in the skeletal system?
Ligaments connect bones to other bones.
Multiple Choice: Which of the following is a feature of the vertebrate skeletal system? A) Segmented B) Rigid C) Flexible D) All of the above
D) All of the above
What type of bone cell is responsible for bone resorption?
Osteoclast.
True or False: The skeletal system can influence the overall metabolism of an animal.
True
