10 Questions
What is the function of the skeletal system?
Blood cell formation
Which classification of bone is composed of small needlelike pieces of bone and lots of open space?
Spongy bone
Which type of bones are generally cube-shaped and contain mostly spongy bone?
Short bones
How many bones are there in an adult human skeleton?
206 bones
Which classification of bones typically have a shaft with heads at both ends?
Long bones
What is the function of the periosteum?
Covering and protecting the bone's shaft
Where is red marrow primarily found in adult bones?
Within the cavities of spongy bone of flat bones
What is the function of articular cartilage in the epiphysis?
Providing a smooth, slippery surface at joint surfaces
What is found in the epiphyses of infant bones?
Blood cells
What is the function of perforating canals in compact bone?
Transporting blood vessels and nerves through the bone matrix
Learn about the skeletal system, including the number of bones in the adult and young body, the divisions of the skeleton (axial and appendicular), functions of bones like support, protection, and more, as well as the classification of bones.
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