Skeletal System Quiz

The skeletal system consists of bones and a network of tendons, ligaments, and cartilages.

The human skeleton has approximately 206 bones.

The two basic types of bone tissue are compact bone (dense) and spongy bone (trabecular bone or cancellous bone).

<p>The female skeleton is usually longer, larger, and has a higher bone mass. It also has a broader pelvis to accommodate pregnancy and childbirth.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Two functions of the skeletal system are movement, which is provided by points of attachment for muscles, and support, where the backbone serves as the main support center for the upper body.</p> Signup and view all the answers