Bones | Joints | Functions/Jobs | Also Known As (Scientific Names) | Definitions |
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Yes
Can bones grow?
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Joint
A place where 2 bones come together is called a ________.
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Skull
The _______ protects the brain.
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Vertebrae
The scientific name for backbone is __________.
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Fracture
A break or crack of a bone is called a _________.
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Yes
Can bones repair themselves?
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Ligaments
At every joint, bones are held together by strong threadlike tissues called ___________.
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20
An adult's body framework weighs about ____ pounds.
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Cranium
The scientific name for skull is ________.
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Vertebra
__________ are any of the bones of the spinal column or backbone.
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Marrow
Bone contains soft material called ________?
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Hinge Joints
Which type of joints can bend back and forth in only one direction?
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They would become soft.
What would happen to your bones if you lose too much calcium?
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Collar Bone
Clavicle is the scientific name for _______ _______.
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Calcium
_________ is the mineral that is found in bones.
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Cartilage
________ is part of your skeleton but it is softer than bone.
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Pivot Joints
Which type of joint moves around and back?
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206
An adult's skeletal system is made up of how many bones?
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Knee Cap
Patella is the scientific name for _____ _____.
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Tendon
A touch, strong band or cord of tissue that joins a muscle to a bone is called a ________.
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Blood Vessels
The ______ _______ carry food into the bone.
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Ball and Socket Joints
Which joint allows the most movement?
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Support and Protect
What are the 2 main jobs of the skeletal system?
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Phalanges
The scientific name for fingers is __________.
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Bone Marrow
The substance in the center of bones that manufactures blood cells and stores fat for the body is called ________ _________.
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