Skeletal System Exam

Front

What is the function of the cranial bones?

Back

The cranial bones protect the brain and support the structures of the face.

Front

Which bone is NOT part of the cranial bones?

Back

Maxilla.

Front

What are Osteoblasts?

Back

Osteoblasts are bone-growing cells responsible for bone formation.

Front

What is the strongest and longest bone in the human body?

Back

The Femur.

Front

True or False: The Pelvic Girdle includes the Coxal Bones, Sacrum, Coccyx, and Lumbar Vertebrae.

Back

False. The Pelvic Girdle does not include the Lumbar Vertebrae.

Front

What bones make up the Upper limbs?

Back

The Upper limbs include the Humerus, Radius, and Ulna.

Front

True or False: Tarsals, Metatarsals, and Phalanges are part of the Upper limbs.

Back

False. These bones are part of the lower limbs.

Front

What is the role of the Pelvic Girdle?

Back

The Pelvic Girdle supports the weight of the upper body and protects the pelvic organs.

Front

What are the main types of bones in the human body?

Back

The main types of bones are long bones, short bones, flat bones, irregular bones, and sesamoid bones.

Front

What is the difference between the Axial and Appendicular skeleton?

Back

The Axial skeleton includes the skull, vertebral column, and rib cage, while the Appendicular skeleton includes the limbs and girdles.