Functions and Structure of Bone Tissue Quiz
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#1
What is the basic structural unit of compact bone?
Osteon
Lamella
Trabeculae
Haversian canal
#2
Which cells are responsible for bone resorption?
Osteocytes
Osteoblasts
Osteoclasts
Chondrocytes
#3
Which bone cell type is responsible for producing new bone matrix?
Osteoblast
Osteocyte
Osteoclast
Chondrocyte
#4
Which of the following bones is not part of the axial skeleton?
Scapula
Cranium
Sternum
Sacrum
#5
What is the primary mineral component of bone tissue?
Calcium phosphate
Sodium chloride
Magnesium oxide
Potassium sulfate
#6
Which bone is commonly referred to as the 'collarbone'?
Scapula
Humerus
Clavicle
Radius
#7
Which of the following bones is part of the appendicular skeleton?
Vertebra
Patella
Sternum
Coccyx
#8
What is the function of osteoblasts?
Bone resorption
Bone deposition
Bone remodeling
Bone repair
#9
What is the composition of the organic matrix in bone tissue primarily made of?
Hydroxyapatite
Calcium carbonate
Collagen fibers
Osteocytes
#10
Which type of bone marrow is primarily involved in hematopoiesis?
Yellow marrow
Red marrow
Compact marrow
Spongy marrow
#11
What is the function of osteocytes?
Secrete bone matrix
Destroy old bone matrix
Maintain bone tissue
Resorb bone tissue
#12
What is the function of the periosteum?
Produces red blood cells
Provides a site for muscle attachment
Forms the growth plate in children
Provides nourishment and serves as a site for bone repair
#13
What is the name of the joint that connects the femur to the tibia?
Hip joint
Knee joint
Ankle joint
Shoulder joint
#14
What is the function of the medullary cavity in long bones?
Provide attachment for muscles
Store and release calcium
Produce red blood cells
Contain bone marrow
#15
Which hormone plays a crucial role in regulating calcium levels in the blood and bone?
Insulin
Thyroxine
Calcitonin
Parathyroid hormone
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