Facts
How many bones does the adult human body have?
206
How many components of a bone did we label?
Name a hinge joint that allows only back and forth motion
Fingers, Elbow, Knee
What is the function of bone marrow?
Where are most of the body's bones located?
Hand and Feet
How many bones does a child have?
almost 300
What are the two colors of bone marrow?
Red and yellow
Name a joint that allows no motion at all
Tailbone, Skull
Name 2 functions of the skeletal system
Storage, Protection, Structural Support, Blood production
Name an organ that requires protection through bones
Brain, Spinal Cord, Heart, Lungs
Which structure connects muscles to bones
Tendons
What is the hardest part of the bone?
Compact bone
Name a joint that allows circular motion
Shoulder, Hip
Name 2 minerals that are stored in bones
Calcium and Phosphorus
Name a bone whose primary function is to protect organs.
Ribs, Skull, Vertebrae
What is the purpose of cartilage?
Reducing friction
What do you call the outermost part of the bone?
Periosteum
Name a joint that allows pivot motion (it moves around a single pivot point)
Neck
Which other organ system attaches to the skeletal system?
Muscular System
Name a body part that is known for containing cartilage
Nose, Ear, Trachea, Voicebox
Which structure connects bones to bones
Ligaments
What is the purpose of the periosteum?
Contains nerves and blood vessels that nourish the bone
Name a gliding joint that allows sliding movement between joints
Wrist
Which macromolecule is stored in bones?
Fat
Name 2 types of blood cells produced in the bone marrow
Red blood cells, White blood cells, Platelets