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 ________.
10
Skull
The _______ protects the brain.
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Vertebrae
The scientific name for backbone is __________.
10
Fracture
A break or crack of a bone is called a _________.
20
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.
20
Cranium
The scientific name for skull is ________.
20
Vertebra
__________ are any of the bones of the spinal column or backbone.
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Marrow
Bone contains soft material called ________?
30
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 _______ _______.
30
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?
40
206
An adult's skeletal system is made up of how many bones?
40
Knee Cap
Patella is the scientific name for _____ _____.
40
Tendon
A touch, strong band or cord of tissue that joins a muscle to a bone is called a ________.
50
Blood Vessels
The ______ _______ carry food into the bone.
50
Ball and Socket Joints
Which joint allows the most movement?
50
Support and Protect
What are the 2 main jobs of the skeletal system?
50
Phalanges
The scientific name for fingers is __________.
50
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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