Cartilage, Bone Structure, and Function Quiz

Challenge yourself with questions on osteology, including joint surfaces, bone components, and more. How well do you know cartilage and bone function?

#1

Which type of connective tissue provides a smooth surface for joint movement?

Adipose tissue
Cartilage
Muscle tissue
Blood tissue
#2

Which type of cartilage is found in the external ear and epiglottis?

Fibrocartilage
Hyaline cartilage
Elastic cartilage
Articular cartilage
#3

In endochondral ossification, what is the primary template for bone formation?

Hyaline cartilage
Elastic cartilage
Fibrocartilage
Articular cartilage
#4

What is the role of chondrocytes in cartilage tissue?

Produce collagen fibers
Maintain bone density
Produce and maintain cartilage matrix
Initiate muscle contraction
#5

Which hormone is responsible for stimulating osteoclast activity in bone remodeling?

Insulin
Calcitonin
Parathyroid hormone
Thyroid hormone
#6

What is the primary component of cartilage that gives it its flexibility and resilience?

Collagen
Calcium
Hemoglobin
Elastin
#7

In long bones, what is the central cavity filled with marrow called?

Periosteum
Epiphysis
Diaphysis
Medullary cavity
#8

What is the purpose of the periosteum in bones?

Facilitate joint movement
Provide cushioning
Protect the bone surface
Store minerals
#9

Which hormone plays a crucial role in bone density regulation?

Insulin
Estrogen
Testosterone
Thyroxine
#10

What is the function of synovial fluid in joints?

Provide energy
Reduce friction
Transport oxygen
Initiate muscle contraction
#11

Which bone serves as a protective enclosure for the brain?

Femur
Cranium
Humerus
Radius
#12

What is the function of osteoclasts in bone remodeling?

Build bone matrix
Break down bone tissue
Produce red blood cells
Initiate muscle contraction
#13

What is the structural unit of compact bone?

Haversian system
Lamellar structure
Trabeculae
Osteon
#14

Which vitamin is essential for calcium absorption in the intestines?

Vitamin C
Vitamin D
Vitamin A
Vitamin K
#15

What is the primary function of red bone marrow?

Fat storage
Blood cell production
Calcium regulation
Joint flexibility

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