Basic Knowledge
The living body system that gives structure to the body.
What is the skeletal system?
This substance does not allow calcium into bones while it is in the body.
What is nicotine?
This disease is most commonly seen in women going through menopause and it causes bones to be weak and brittle.
What is osteoperosis?
This vitamin helps your body absorb calcium and is often called the "sunshine vitamin."
What is Vitamin D.
This is the longest and strongest bone in the human body.
What is the femur?
The amount of bones in the human body.
What is 206?
This substance decreases bone density causing the bones to break easier.
What is alcohol?
This skeletal disease is caused by a lack of vitamin D, calcium, or phosphate and can lead to soft, weak bones and bowed legs in children.
What is Rickets?
This mineral is the most important building block for strong bones and teeth.
What is calcium.
This skeletal structure protects the heart and lungs.
What is the rib cage?
Tendons connect bone to _________.
What is muscle?
Some studies suggest this substance may inhibit bone metabolism and repair, potentially slowing the healing of fractures.
What is THC/marijuana?
This disease occurs when the spine curves sideways into an "S" or "C" shape.
What is scoliosis?
This lifestyle habit negatively affects bone growth and can decrease bone density.
What is smoking, vaping, drinking alcohol, prescription drug misuse, smoking marijuana?
This is where two or more bones meet.
What is a joint?
Ligaments connect bone to __________.
What is bone?
Large amounts of this substance found in coffee may reduce calcium retention if calcium intake is inadequate.
What is caffeine?
This condition occurs when the natural cushioning discs between vertebrae bulge or rupture.
What is a herniated disc?
This type of physical activity strengthens both muscles and bones by working against resistance.
What is weight training?
Half of the bones in your body are found in these two body parts.
What are the hands and feet?
Osteoblasts are cells that create this part of the skeletal system.
What is new bone tissue?
This substance may affect normal bone development and lead to joint and skeletal problems, especially in adolescents. Most users of this are men aged 18-25 and start before the age of 18.
What are anabolic steroids?
This autoimmune disorder causes the immune system to attack the joints, leading to pain and swelling.
What is rheumatoid arthritis?
This is the best time in life to build strong bones for the future.
What is adolescence (teenage years)?
This is the smallest bone in the human body.
What is the stapes?