Musculoskeletal System

What are the 5 main functions of the skeletal system?

Which layer of bone is responsible for making red blood cells?

• Compact bone

• Spongy bone

• Bone Marrow

• Periosteum

Which type of joint allows for extension & flexion movement?

• Ball & Socket joint

• Hinge joint

• Saddle joint

• Pivot joint

Which structure helps attach muscles to bones?

• Ligaments

• Tendons

• Cartilage

• Osteoplasts

Which of the following statements best describes the role of the periosteum?

• To produce hormones

• To produce red and white blood cells

• To protect the outer layer of the bone and deliver nutrients to the bone.

• To aid in the production of smooth muscle cells

The skeletal system does all of the following EXCEPT

• produces red blood cells

• stores calcium and minerals

• protects organs

• excretes waste

Explain the importance of joints in the skeletal system

Which layer of bone helps reduce bone density?

• Spongy bone

• Compact bone

• Bone marrow

• Periosteum

Which muscle type is found only in the heart?

• Smooth muscle

• Cardiac muscle

• Skeletal Muscle

What are the 5 characteristics of the muscular system? Please name the characteristic and give a brief description