Unit 2 Final Review - Fall Final Review

Front

What is the shaft of the bone called?

Back

Diaphysis

Front

Which gland stimulates calcium uptake in the kidneys when blood calcium levels are low?

Back

Parathyroid Gland (PTH)

Front

What hormone increases the levels of calcium in the blood?

Back

Parathyroid hormone

Front

What is the structure at the end of the humerus and ulna articulation called?

Back

Olecranon process

Front

What is the outer layer of bone called?

Back

Periosteum

Front

What is the inner cavity of the bone that contains bone marrow?

Back

Medullary cavity

Front

What is the term for the ends of long bones?

Back

Epiphysis

Front

What is the process by which bones form and develop?

Back

Ossification

Front

What is the role of calcitonin in calcium regulation?

Back

Calcitonin lowers blood calcium levels by inhibiting osteoclast activity.

Front

What is the primary function of osteoblasts?

Back

Osteoblasts are responsible for bone formation.