10 Questions
Which category of the skeletal system includes the skull, vertebral column, sternum, and ribs?
Axial skeleton
Which category of the skeletal system includes the bones of the upper and lower limbs, the girdles that support them, the hands, and the feet?
Appendicular skeleton
Which system is an excellent example of an organ system whose function often goes unnoticed until it breaks?
Skeletal system
Which part of the body has some bones that are easy to feel, while others are hidden deep beneath layers of skin and muscle?
Limbs
How many categories is the skeleton divided into for the purposes of investigation and classification?
Two
Which type of marrow serves as a site for fat storage?
Yellow marrow
What is the most predominant tissue in bones called?
Osseous tissue
What is the function of red marrow?
Site of blood cell production
What percentage of all blood in the body is directed to blood vessels in the skeleton at rest?
3% to 11%
Why do broken bones hurt so much and bleed profusely?
Due to high vascularity and presence of nervous tissue
Test your knowledge of the human skeletal system with this informative quiz! Explore the bones that make up your skull, arms, hands, legs, and feet. Challenge yourself to identify hidden bones and understand their functions. Explore the fascinating world of the skeletal system and discover how it supports our bodies.
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