Anatomy and Structure of Bones Quiz

Not a primary bone tissue; it's a description of bone structure.

Yellow marrow stores adipose tissue, not involved in blood cell production.

Elbow joint allows movement in one plane, like a hinge.

Ossification refers to the formation of bone tissue.

Clavicle is the anatomical name for the collarbone.

Knee joint allows movement primarily in one direction, akin to a hinge.

Vertebrae belong to the axial skeleton.

Osteoclasts break down bone tissue during bone remodeling.

Parathyroid hormone regulates calcium levels in blood and bone remodeling.

Humerus forms the upper arm and articulates with both radius and ulna.

Scapula forms the shoulder blade and contributes to the shoulder's structure.

Epiphysis refers to the rounded ends of long bones, containing growth plates.

Clavicle is a part of the shoulder girdle, not the skull.