Integumentary and Skeletal System Quiz

Front

What is the primary function of melanin in the integumentary system?

Back

Provides skin pigmentation and protection from UV rays

Front

Which layer of skin contains blood vessels, nerve endings, and hair follicles?

Back

Dermis

Front

The process by which soft cartilage turns into hard bone tissue is called:

Back

Ossification

Front

Which component of the skeletal system connects bones to other bones?

Back

Ligaments

Front

The subcutaneous tissue primarily functions as:

Back

An insulating fat layer

Front

How many bones are typically found in an adult human body?

Back

206

Front

Which type of tissue is responsible for producing both red and white blood cells?

Back

Bone marrow

Front

The largest organ in the human body is the:

Back

Skin

Front

Which of these is NOT a function of the skeletal system?

Back

Secretion of hormones into the bloodstream

Front

Oil glands in the skin primarily help to:

Back

Keep skin and hair lubricated