Skeletal System Review

Front

What is the primary function of red bone marrow?

Back

Produce blood cells.

Front

Which type of joint allows the greatest range of motion?

Back

Ball and socket joints.

Front

What is stored in the yellow marrow of long bones?

Back

Calcium, fat, and other nutrients.

Front

What are the two main parts of the human skeleton?

Back

Axial and appendicular.

Front

What are mature bone cells called?

Back

Osteocytes.

Front

What is the function of osteoblasts?

Back

To build new bone.

Front

What type of joint is the elbow?

Back

Hinge joint.

Front

What is the role of osteoclasts?

Back

To break down bone.

Front

What is the axial skeleton composed of?

Back

Skull, sternum, vertebral column, and rib cage.

Front

What type of joint allows no movement?

Back

Fibrous joints.