Skeletal Introduction Quiz

Which of the following is NOT a major function of the skeletal system?

• Communication

• Support

• Protection

• Mineral

  Homeostasis

• Blood Cell Production

What are bone-dissolving cells called?

• Osteogenic cells

• Osteoclasts

• Osteocytes

• Osteoblast

Which region of a long bone articulates (form a joint) with other bones?

• Diaphysis

• Epiphysis

• Metaphysis

• Periosteum

• Marrow

Which a layer of hyaline cartilage reduces friction between bones involved in a joint?

• Periosteum

• Distal Epiphysis

• Nutrient Foramen

• Articular Cartilage

• Epiphyseal Plate

 What is another name for the shaft of a long bone? 

• Diaphysis

• Epiphysis

• Metaphysis

• Periosteum

• Marrow

 Which layer of hyaline cartilage allows the diaphysis to grow in length?

• Periosteum

• Distal Epiphysis

• Nutrient Forman

• Articular Cartilage

• Epiphyseal Plate

Which of the following are considered to be bone-building cells? 

• Fibroblast

• Osteoclast

• Osteocytes

• Osteoblast

 Which of the following structures contain osteocytes?

• Central Canal

• Peforating Canals

• Concentric Lamellae

• Lacunae

• Canaliculi

 Which of the following two minerals are needed in large quantities when bones are growing?

• Calcium and Chlorine

• Magnesium and Sulfur

• Calcium and Phosphorus

• Manganese and Sulfur

• Potassium and Phosphorus

What is found inside the medullary cavity?

• Osteocytes

• Red Bone Marrow

• Calcium

• Yellow Bone Marrow