Skeletal System Quiz

What is the main protein found in bones?

• Keratin

• Hemoglobin

• Collagen

• Elastin

Which type of skeleton do insects have?

• Axial skeleton

• Exoskeleton

• Hydrostatic skeleton

• Endoskeleton

What is the function of the axial skeleton?

• Supporting arms and legs

• Protecting organs

• Storing minerals

• Producing red blood cells

Which type of bone is the femur?

• Long bone

• Flat bone

• Sesamoid bone

• Short bone

What is the function of red marrow in bones?

• Storing fat

• Dissolving bone structure

• Supporting bone structure

• Producing red and white blood cells

What type of cells make bone tissue?

• Osteoclasts

• Chondroblasts

• Osteoblasts

• Chondrocytes

What is the purpose of bone remodeling?

• To produce new bone

• To release minerals into the blood

• To remove damaged bone

• To maintain bone structure

What is the typical healing time for a bone fracture?

• 6-8 weeks

• 10-12 weeks

• 3-4 weeks

• 1-2 weeks

What genetic disorder affects collagen production and causes brittle bones?

• Rickets

• Marfan syndrome

• Osteogenesis imperfecta

• Osteoporosis

What is the main goal of treatment for osteogenesis imperfecta?

• Preventing fractures

• Increasing collagen production

• Improving joint flexibility

• Reducing bone density