Skeletal System Growth and Development Quiz

The skeletal system does not function in transportation; that is the role of the circulatory system.

Collagen is the primary component of bone tissue, providing strength and flexibility.

Vitamin D is essential for the absorption of calcium in the intestines, which is crucial for bone health.

The clavicle is commonly referred to as the collarbone, connecting the shoulder to the chest.

Osteoporosis is the process where bones become more brittle and fragile with age, leading to an increased risk of fractures.

Diarthrosis joints allow for the greatest range of motion, as they are freely movable.

The tibia is commonly known as the shinbone, located in the lower leg.

Interstitial growth occurs at the epiphyseal plate, where new bone is formed.

Parathyroid hormone stimulates osteoclast activity, leading to bone resorption and remodeling.

The soft spot on a newborn's skull is called a fontanelle, which allows for the compression of the skull during birth.

The process of bone formation is called ossification, where osteoblasts lay down new bone tissue.

The ulna forms the prominent point of the elbow, known as the olecranon process.

Osteotroph is not a type of bone cell; the correct types are osteoblasts, osteocytes, and osteoclasts.

The pubic symphysis is the cartilaginous joint that connects the pubic bones in the pelvis, providing stability and flexibility.

The scapula is not part of the axial skeleton; it is part of the appendicular skeleton.

The knee joint is a hinge joint, allowing for flexion and extension of the leg.

The maxilla forms the upper jaw, holding the upper teeth in place.

The medical term for the kneecap is patella, which protects the knee joint and helps in the extension of the leg.

The diaphysis is the scientific term for the shaft of a long bone, providing support and structure.