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A(n) ___________ is where two or more bones meet.
joint
_____________ is a strong, flexible tissue that covers the ends of bones.
Cartilage
The _____________ is a thick layer of skin below the epidermis. It gives skin strength, nourishment, and flexibility
dermis
______________ is a membrane that surrounds bones. It nourishes bones.
Periosteum
A broken bone is called a(n)____________.
fracture
The ability of an organism to maintain a constant internal environment .
Homeostasis
Injury where blood vessels in the skin are broken but the skin is not cut.
Bruise
How does the skin help reduce body temperature?
It releases sweat.
Skin that is exposed to sunlight makes _________, which the body needs.
vitamin D
Which layer of skin is the thinnest?
epidermis
which layer helps to keep the body warm?
fat
work in pairs
skeletal muscles
Strong, flexible tissue that covers the ends of bones
cartilage
This system acts like a suit of armor for your body, includes skin hair and nails.
Integumentary System
Type of involuntary muscle located only in your heart.
Cardiac
Which function does the skeletal system perform?
Protects internal organs
This is "natures sunscreen", gives skin its color, absorbs UV rays, and protects skin from sun damage.
Melanin
This is a group of the same type of cells that perform a specific function within an organism.
Tissue
helps bones grow and work properly
periosteum
inflamed joints
arthritis
Which is the largest organ in the human body?
Skin
Place where bones meet
joint
which layer of skin is the thickest?
dermis
Muscle you cannot consciously control
involuntary muscle
This is the thicker, middle layer of skin. It gives skin strength, nourishment and flexibility.
Dermis