skeletal system

Question 1

components of the skeletal system

Answer 1

bone
cartilage
tendons
ligaments

Question 2

skeletal system functions

Answer 2

1. supports the body
2. protects internal organs
3. facilitates movement
4. stores/ releases minerals
5. produces blood cells

Question 3

microscopic bone anatomy

Answer 3

bone is connective tissue composed of living cells and EC matrix

Question 4

osteoblasts

Answer 4

type of bone cells that synthesize osteoid, immature active cells, “build”

Question 5

osteocytes

Answer 5

type of bone cell that is mature, derived from osteoblasts, maintains matrix and health of bone over time.

Question 6

osteoclast

Answer 6

type of bone cell that breaks down and releases needed minerals from the bones

Question 7

bone matrix (organic/inorganic component)

Answer 7

made of organic osteoid, allows for bones to resist stretching and twisting, and inorganic salt crystals, which give rigid qualities

Question 8

axial vs appendicular skeleton

Answer 8

axial- ribcage, spine, skull
appendicular- limbs + pelvic and hip girdle

Question 9

body

Answer 9

main part of bone

Question 10

head

Answer 10

enlarged, rounded end

Question 10

condyle

Answer 10

smooth, rounded articular surface

Question 11

facet

Answer 11

small, flattened articular surface

Question 12

spine

Answer 12

very high ridge

Question 13

crest

Answer 13

prominent ridge

Question 14

process

Answer 14

prominent projection

Question 15

tubercle

Answer 15

small, rounded bump

Question 16

foramen

Answer 16

Hole

Question 17

fossa

Answer 17

general depression