Skeleton and function of bones

Question 1

What are bone cells called

Answer 1

osteocytes

Question 2

what type of tissue is bone classified as

Answer 2

connective tissues

Question 3

what are the main functions of skeletons

Answer 3

-support
-blood production
-protection
-storage of minerals

Question 4

Skeletal divisions-Appendicular skeleton

Answer 4

includes the limbs and bony girdles

Question 5

function of the appendicular skeleton

Answer 5

the bones enable the body to move.. Also protect some organs

Question 6

Skeletal divisions-Axial skeleton

Answer 6

includes the skull, spinal column, ribs and sternum

Question 7

Functions of the skeleton

Answer 7

support, movement, protection, mineral storage and blood production

Question 8

functions of the skeleton-support

Answer 8

supports softer tissue and provides points of attachment for most skeletal muscles

Question 9

functions of the skeleton-movement

Answer 9

muscles are attached to bones and when they contract, the bones will move

Question 10

functions of the skeleton-protection

Answer 10

reduces the risk of injury by providing mechanical protection for the bodies organs

Question 11

functions of the skeleton-mineral storage

Answer 11

bones store minerals, including calcium and phosphorous. Bones then release minerals into the blood when required

Question 12

functions of the skeleton-blood production

Answer 12

red blood cells (erythrocytes) which carry oxygen and white blood cells (leucocytes) which protect against infection, are produced in the bone marrow of some bones

Question 13

shape and function of long bones

Answer 13

-longer than wide
-Acts as levers; aid locomotion and support

Question 14

shape and function of short bones

Answer 14

-equal dimensions
-absorbs impact

Question 15

shape and function of flat bones

Answer 15

-strong, flat plates of bone
-protects organs; muscles attach to them

Question 16

shape and function of sesamoid bones

Answer 16

-usually short irregular bones, embedded into a tendon
-reduce friction

Question 17

shape and function of irregular bones

Answer 17

-odd-shaped bones
-protection, support, anchor points