Human Skeletal System Characteristics and Functions Quiz

Explore the anatomy and functions of bones with 15 questions. Test yourself now on key skeletal system facts!

#1

Which bone is commonly known as the collarbone?

Femur
Scapula
Clavicle
Humerus
#2

What is the main function of the skeletal system?

Producing hormones
Transporting oxygen
Providing structure and support
Filtering waste
#3

What is the scientific term for the knee cap?

Fibula
Patella
Tarsal
Metatarsal
#4

Which type of joint allows for the greatest range of motion?

Hinge joint
Pivot joint
Ball-and-socket joint
Saddle joint
#5

Which bone forms the upper jaw?

Maxilla
Mandible
Zygomatic bone
Palatine bone
#6

Which of the following bones is NOT part of the axial skeleton?

Femur
Skull
Vertebrae
Rib cage
#7

What is the function of red bone marrow?

Producing red blood cells
Storing minerals
Generating heat
Secreting hormones
#8

The atlas is the first cervical vertebra. What is the second cervical vertebra called?

Axis
Thoracic vertebra
Coccyx
Sacrum
#9

Which of the following bones is NOT part of the human hand?

Radius
Ulna
Phalanges
Metacarpals
#10

Which bone articulates with the acetabulum to form the hip joint?

Ilium
Ischium
Femur
Pubis
#11

Which bone articulates with the talus to form the ankle joint?

Femur
Tibia
Fibula
Patella
#12

The foramen magnum is found in which bone?

Frontal bone
Parietal bone
Occipital bone
Temporal bone
#13

Which bone forms the bridge of the nose?

Maxilla
Nasal bone
Zygomatic bone
Palatine bone
#14

Which bone articulates with the radius and ulna to form the elbow joint?

Scapula
Humerus
Carpals
Ulna
#15

What is the function of the hyoid bone?

Anchors the tongue
Protects the brain
Supports the spinal cord
Forms the hip joint

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