Skeletal system

Front

What is the basic structural unit of bone called?

Back

Osteon

Front

What is the term for the thickened area of the humerus where the deltoid muscle attaches?

Back

Deltoid tuberosity

Front

What is the largest bone in the human body?

Back

Femur

Front

What is the name of the bone located on the lateral side of the leg?

Back

Fibula

Front

What do we call the areas where two or more bones meet?

Back

Joints

Front

What is the term for the connective tissue that covers the outer surface of bones?

Back

Periosteum

Front

What is the name of the cavity within bones that contains bone marrow?

Back

Medullary cavity

Front

What type of joint allows for rotational movement?

Back

Ball-and-socket joint

Front

What is the term for the flexible tissue found at the ends of bones?

Back

Cartilage

Front

What is the name of the bone that forms the base of the skull?

Back

Occipital bone