G6 2Q Skeletal System VIDEO

What is the function of the skeletal system?

• To produce red and white blood cells

• To provide support and protection

• To connect muscle to bone

• To store important minerals

Which type of skeleton do humans have?

• Hydrostatic skeleton

• Exoskeleton

• Endoskeleton

• Axial skeleton

What is the purpose of ligaments in the skeletal system?

• To connect bone to bone

• To connect muscle to bone

• To provide support and protection

• To store important minerals

Which type of bone is longer than it is wide?

• Long bone

• Short bone

• Sesamoid bone

• Flat bone

What is the function of cartilage in the skeletal system?

• To produce red and white blood cells

• To provide support and protection

• To connect bone to bone

• To serve as a template for bone placement

What is the outer layer of bone tissue called?

• Compact bone tissue

• Spongy bone tissue

• Yellow marrow

• Red marrow

Which cells break down bone structure?

• Osteoblasts

• Osteocytes

• Osteoclasts

• Chondrocytes

What is the purpose of bone remodeling?

• To produce red and white blood cells

• To provide support and protection

• To break down old or damaged bone

• To make new bone

What mineral do bones store?

• Calcium

• Iron

• Sodium

• Potassium

What is the process called when bones grow in length?

• Bone remodeling

• Bone growth

• Bone fusion

• Bone resorption