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Skeletal System Flashcards

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1
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What is the primary function of the skeletal system?

A

To provide support, shape, and protection for the body, as well as to facilitate movement.

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How many bones are in the adult human skeleton?

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206 bones.

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True or False: The skeletal system is involved in the production of blood cells.

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True.

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4
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What type of tissue makes up bones?

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Osseous tissue.

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

A

Axial.

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Which bone is the longest in the human body?

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The femur.

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What are the two main divisions of the skeletal system?

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Axial skeleton and appendicular skeleton.

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

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True.

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What is the primary mineral found in bones?

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Calcium.

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10
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Which part of the bone contains bone marrow?

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The medullary cavity.

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What is the term for the process of bone formation?

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Ossification.

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Multiple Choice: Which of the following is not a type of bone? A) Long B) Short C) Flat D) Soft

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D) Soft.

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What is the function of the periosteum?

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It serves as a protective layer and attachment point for muscles and tendons.

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Fill in the blank: The __________ joints allow for the greatest range of motion.

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Ball-and-socket.

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What is the name of the joint between the skull and the spine?

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Atlanto-occipital joint.

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True or False: The human skeleton is completely ossified at birth.

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False.

17
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What type of joint is found in the knee?

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Hinge joint.

18
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What are the small bones in the wrist called?

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Carpals.

19
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Multiple Choice: Which of the following bones is part of the axial skeleton? A) Humerus B) Femur C) Sternum D) Radius

A

C) Sternum.

20
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What is the role of ligaments in the skeletal system?

A

To connect bones to other bones.

21
Q

Fill in the blank: The __________ vertebrae are located in the lower back.

A

Lumbar.

22
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What is osteoporosis?

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A condition characterized by weakened bones and increased risk of fractures.

23
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True or False: The clavicle is also known as the collarbone.

A

True.

24
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What is the term for a break in a bone?

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Fracture.

25
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What is the function of synovial fluid?

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To lubricate joints and reduce friction.

26
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What type of bone is primarily responsible for weight bearing?

A

Compact bone.

27
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Fill in the blank: The __________ is the bone that forms the forehead.

A

Frontal bone.

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