Unit 2: Skeletal System Review

Front

Lamella + a Haversian Canal = ?

Back

Osteon

Front

What is the function of flat bones?

Back

Have a large surface area for attaching to muscles.

Front

What are the bones in the ankle called?

Back

Tarsals

Front

What are the bones in the main portion of the foot called?

Back

Metatarsals

Front

Structure #2 is the?

Back

Diaphysis

Front

What is the periosteum?

Back

A dense layer of vascular connective tissue enveloping the bones except at the surfaces of the joints.

Front

What is the medullary cavity?

Back

The central cavity of bone shafts where red and yellow bone marrow is stored.

Front

What is the epiphysis?

Back

The end part of a long bone, initially growing separately from the shaft.

Front

What is the function of the skeletal system?

Back

To provide structure, support, and protection to the body, as well as facilitating movement.

Front

What are osteocytes?

Back

Mature bone cells that maintain the bone matrix.