Anatomy Axial Skeleton

What bone is shown in red?

• clavicle

• humerus

• scapula

• ulna

Which term describes the end of a bone that is closest to the main mass of the body?

• distal epiphysis

• diaphysis

• proximal epiphysis

• periosteum

How many bones are in an adult human skeleton?

• 206

• 268

• 300

• 365

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NGSS.MS-LS4-2

The sternum is an example of a _ bone.

• flat

• long

• sesamoid

• irregular

This type of cell dissolves and reshapes bone.

• osteocyte

• osteoclast

• osteoblast

• osteon

Which of the following structures is found in your axial skeleton?

• phalanges

• humerus

• patella

• vertebrae

Which of the following is an example of a sesamoid bone?

• phalanges

• humerus

• patella

• vertebrae

The tough layer of connective tissue surrounding the bone and allowing for attachment to tendons and ligaments is called

• diaphysis

• epiphyses

• epiphyseal plate

• periosteum

When a bone is broken, a large mass of blood forms that is called a(n)

• osteocyte

• hematoma

• osteoclast

• callus

What is the function of hydroxyapatite?

• to provide flexibility and keep bones from constantly breaking

• to form new osteocytes when a bone is broken

• to provide bone strength and hardness

• to reduce the amount of calcium in the blood