29 Questions
What are the three main functions of the skeleton mentioned in the text?
Gives shape and structure, allows movement, protects internal organs
What is a key distinction between bones in a museum and bones inside your body?
Bones in a museum are dry and crumbly, while bones inside the body are alive and can repair damage
What mineral is prominently mentioned in relation to bones in the text?
Calcium
How often does collagen in bones replenish itself according to the text?
Every 7 years
Which part of the body has the most number of bones according to the text?
Hand
What is the 'funny bone' in relation to the human body?
A nerve running inside the elbow
What is a unique fact about skeletons of vertebrates mentioned in the text?
'Skeletons protect soft organs of vertebrates'
What is the main function of the backbone in vertebrates?
Protect the spinal cord
Which part of the skeleton protects an animal's vital organs such as the brain, heart, and lungs?
Ribcage
What allows bones to rub together smoothly without causing pain?
Cartilage
Why are skeletons described as forming a 'frame structure'?
To protect vital organs
Which part of the skeleton surrounds softer parts of the face, such as the eyes?
Skull
What is the function of girdles in vertebrates?
Protect soft organs
Why are ribcages mentioned as an example of how the skeleton protects the body?
To protect important organs like the heart and lungs
What is the primary role of girdles in vertebrate animals?
Protect soft organs
What is the primary function of a skeleton?
To give the body shape and structure
What mineral is abundant in bones as mentioned in the text?
Calcium
Which part of the body has the highest number of bones according to the text?
Hand
What happens to bones when they break according to the text?
They become stronger than before
What is the purpose of collagen in bones?
To repair bone damage
Why are bones described as being different when inside the body compared to outside as fossils?
They are alive and can grow and repair inside the body
What does the skeleton protect according to the text?
Internal organs like heart and lungs
What is the primary function of cartilage in joints?
To allow bones to rub together smoothly
Why are girdles mentioned in relation to limbs in the text?
To serve as shock absorbers during movement
What distinguishes the ribs of snakes from those of other animals according to the text?
They provide support for the whole body
Why do vertebrae need to protect the spinal cord?
Because it sends signals from the brain to the body
What is the significance of the tail in vertebrates according to the text?
It's where many animals' backbones end
How do upper and lower limbs attach to the vertebrate body?
Upper limbs are attached to the body at the hip girdle and lower limbs at the shoulder girdle
Which part of a vertebrate protects the brain and softer parts of the face such as eyes?
Skull
This quiz covers the three main functions of the skeleton: providing shape and structure, enabling movement, and protecting internal organs. It also explores the composition of bones, which may appear dead and dry but serve crucial roles in the body.
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