BIOL 235 CHAPTER 6 STUDY EXAM SET

BIOL 235 CHAPTER 6 STUDY EXAM SET What is osteology? - CORRECT ANSWER-The study of bone structure and the treatment of bone disorders Describe the protection function of the skeletal system - CORRECT ANSWER-The skeleton protects internal organs from injury Describe the support function of the skeletal system - CORRECT ANSWER-The skeleton is a structural framework for the body (it supports soft tissues and provides attachment points for tendons) Describe the mineral homeostasis (storage/release) function of the skeletal system - CORRECT ANSWERBones store minerals (calcium and phosphorus) that contributes to bone's strength Bones release minerals into the blood to maintain homeostasis and distribute minerals throughout the body Describe how the skeletal system aids in movement - CORRECT ANSWER-Skeletal muscles attach to bones, contract, and pull on bones for movement Describe the triglyceride storage function of the skeletal system - CORRECT ANSWER-Yellow bone marrow consists of adipose cells that store triglycerides (a potential chemical energy reserve) Describe the blood cell production function of the skeletal system - CORRECT ANSWER-Red bone marrow produces red/white blood cells, and platelets (marrow changes to yellow with age) What is a long bone? - CORRECT ANSWER-A bone that has greater length than width What is the diaphysis? - CORRECT ANSWER-The shaft of a long bone (body, main portion) What are the epiphyses? - CORRECT ANSWER-The proximal and distal ends of a long bone What are the metaphyses? - CORRECT ANSWER-Regions between the diaphysis and ep