Question 1

What is the primary function of the bone marrow in the skeletal system?

Accepted Answer

Produce blood cells and platelets

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Protect internal organs

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Store minerals and fat

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Assist in movement

Question 2

What is the process called when bones fuse together as a person grows?

Accepted Answer

ossification

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decalcification

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mineralization

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calcification

Question 3

Which part of the skeletal system includes the skull, spinal column, sternum, and ribs?

Accepted Answer

Axial skeleton

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Thoracic skeleton

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Cranial skeleton

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Appendicular skeleton

Question 4

Which of the following is NOT part of the axial skeleton?

Accepted Answer

Shoulders

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Ribs

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Skull

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Spinal column

Question 5

What type of cells are found in bone tissue that are responsible for bone formation?

Accepted Answer

osteoblasts

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adipocytes

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neurons

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red blood cells

Question 6

What type of bone cell helps to break down old bone tissue?

Accepted Answer

osteoclasts

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osteoblasts

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osteocytes

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chondrocytes

Question 7

What is the purpose of cartilage on bone surfaces?

Accepted Answer

To prevent friction between bones

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To make bones lighter

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To store minerals

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To produce blood cells

Question 8

What connects bones to other bones in the human body?

Accepted Answer

ligaments

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cartilage

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tendons

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muscles

Question 9

Which structure connects muscles to bones in the human body?

Accepted Answer

tendons

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cartilage

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ligaments

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synovial fluid

Question 10

What type of bone is primarily responsible for producing blood cells?

Accepted Answer

Long bone

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Irregular bone

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Flat bone

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Short bone

Question 11

Which type of bone is characterized by being thin and often curved, providing protection and support?

Accepted Answer

Flat bone

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Short bone

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Irregular bone

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Long bone

Question 12

Which type of bone is generally cube-shaped and primarily provides stability and support?

Accepted Answer

Short bone

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Irregular bone

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Long bone

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Flat bone

Question 13

Which type of bone has a complex shape and does not fit into any other category?

Accepted Answer

Irregular bone

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Long bone

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Short bone

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Flat bone

Question 14

What are fontanels?

Accepted Answer

soft spots on an infant's skull

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the bones in the spine

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a type of shoe

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muscles in the arm

Question 15

What is the main function of the thoracic section of the spine?

Accepted Answer

To support the rib cage

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To connect the legs to the body

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To allow head movement

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To protect the brain

Question 16

Which section of the spine contains 5 vertebrae and is located between the thoracic and sacral regions?

Accepted Answer

Lumbar

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Coccygeal

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Cervical

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Thoracic

Question 17

Which lifestyle change can help prevent osteoporosis?

Accepted Answer

Regular weight-bearing exercise

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Eating only fast food

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Avoiding all physical activity

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Drinking excessive soda

Question 18

Which type of joint allows you to bend and straighten your arm at the elbow?

Accepted Answer

Hinge joint

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Saddle joint

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Pivot joint

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Ball-and-socket joint

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