Bone Anatomy

Front

What type of bone has equal dimensions?

Back

Short bone

Front

What type of tissue is bone classified as?

Back

Osseous tissue

Tags

NGSS.MS-LS1-3

Front

What is the function of the skeleton that involves the production of red and white blood cells?

Back

Blood cell production

Front

What is a smooth, rounded articular process called?

Back

Condyle

Front

What is a smooth, grooved articular process shaped like a pulley?

Back

Trochlea

Front

What are the two main types of bone tissue?

Back

Compact bone and spongy bone

Front

What is the primary function of the skeletal system?

Back

Support, movement, protection, blood cell production, and mineral storage

Front

What is the term for the ends of long bones where growth occurs?

Back

Epiphysis

Front

What is the central part of a long bone called?

Back

Diaphysis

Front

What is the name of the membrane that covers the outer surface of bones?

Back

Periosteum