Anatomy of Bone Structure and Function Quiz

Provides structural support and protection for internal organs.

Ball-and-socket joints, like the hip and shoulder, offer the widest range of motion.

Osteons are cylindrical structures found in compact bone, providing strength and support.

Spongy bone, also known as cancellous bone, contains red bone marrow responsible for producing blood cells.

The mandible, or jawbone, is a key component of the facial skeleton, forming the lower jaw.

Flat bones, such as the sternum and pelvis, contain bone marrow responsible for blood cell production.

Haversian canals house blood vessels that supply nutrients and oxygen to bone tissue.

Synovial fluid reduces friction between articulating surfaces and provides nutrients to the joint.

The patella is a sesamoid bone located in front of the knee joint.

Vitamin C is necessary for the synthesis of collagen, which contributes to bone strength and flexibility.

Ossification is the process by which bone is formed, both during fetal development and in the repair of fractures.

The humerus is a long bone of the upper limb and belongs to the appendicular skeleton.

Metaphysis is the area of the bone where growth occurs and where the diaphysis (shaft) and epiphysis (end) meet.

The periosteum is a dense layer of connective tissue that covers bones and provides attachment for tendons and ligaments.

While bones provide attachment points for muscles, they are not directly involved in muscle contraction.

The humerus articulates with the radius and ulna at the elbow joint.

Osteolysis is the process of bone resorption, where bone tissue is broken down by osteoclasts.