The Skeletal System

Question 1

Ossification

Answer 1

The process in which bones are formed

Question 2

Remodelling

Answer 2

Bones are continuously being reshaped (Injury/growth)

Question 3

Osteoclasts

Answer 3

Bone cells absorbs unnecessary calcium during growth. (Carry way)

Question 4

Osteoblasts

Answer 4

Bring calcium to your bones (build)

-Responsibility for creating bone matter

Question 5

Epiphyseal line

Answer 5

Where the end of each bone fuses with the main shaft

Question 6

Epiphyseal Plates

Answer 6

Growing area at the end of bones which allow the bone to grow longer

Question 7

Bone matrix

Answer 7

Part of the bone tissue that forms the mass of the bone

Question 8

Bone remodelling cycle

Answer 8

Resorption, Reversal, Formation

Question 9

Bone respiration

Answer 9

Osteoclasts remove a portion of the bone to be replaced later by osteoblasts

Question 10

Bone Formation

Answer 10

Osteoblasts lay down collagen and mineral deposits over the area remodelled by osteoclasts

Question 11

Arthritis

Answer 11

Bone ends rub together after cartilage wears down

Question 12

Osteoporosis

Answer 12

Weakened bones through loss of calcium or lack of vitamin D