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Which type of bone is light and spongey?
Which type of bone is light and spongey?
What is the function of the vertebral column?
What is the function of the vertebral column?
Which cells eat away at bone?
Which cells eat away at bone?
What is the main section of a long bone called?
What is the main section of a long bone called?
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What is the function of the skeletal system?
What is the function of the skeletal system?
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Study Notes
Bone Types
- Spongy Bone: Light and porous, found in the ends of long bones and inside flat bones.
Vertebral Column
- Function: Supports the body's weight, protects the spinal cord, and allows for movement.
Bone Cells
- Osteoclasts: Responsible for breaking down bone tissue.
Long Bone Structure
- Diaphysis: The main shaft of a long bone.
Functions of the Skeletal System
- Support: Provides framework for the body
- Protection: Encases vital organs
- Movement: Provides points of attachment for muscles
- Mineral Storage: Stores essential minerals, like calcium and phosphorus
- Blood Cell Formation: Red bone marrow produces blood cells.
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Description
Test your knowledge of the skeletal system and bone structure with this quiz! Learn about the functions of the skeletal system and the different types of bone cells. Identify the characteristics of cancellous and compact bone. Challenge yourself and see how much you know about the skeleton!
