Bone Formation and Remodeling Quiz

What is the process of bone formation called?

• Ossification

• Calcification

• Osteolysis

• Resorption

Which type of ossification occurs in flat bones like the skull?

• Endochondral ossification

• Intramembranous ossification

• Secondary ossification

• Fibrous ossification

Endochondral ossification primarily starts with which type of tissue?

• Cartilage

• Connective tissue

• Muscle

• Ligament

Which bone cell is responsible for bone formation?

• Osteoclast

• Osteocyte

• Osteoblast

• Chondrocyte

What is the role of osteoclasts in bone remodeling?

• Build new bone

• Break down bone

• Transport calcium

• Store minerals

What is the primary mineral found in bone?

• Potassium

• Magnesium

• Calcium

• Sodium

The growth plate in long bones is called the:

• Epiphysis

• Metaphysis

• Diaphysis

• Epiphyseal plate

Which hormone is essential for calcium regulation in bones?

• Insulin

• Parathyroid hormone (PTH)

• Glucagon

• Melatonin

What happens when bone resorption is greater than bone formation?

• Bones become stronger

• Bones become brittle and weak

• Bone density increases

• Bone length increases

Which vitamin is essential for calcium absorption in bones?

• Vitamin A

• Vitamin B12

• Vitamin C

• Vitamin D