A&P Module 3: Sections 6.04-6.08
Correctly match the definition and term: Expanded portion of the long bone at its ends
epiphysis
A narrow, slitlike opening in a bone is referred to as a __________.
fissure
Correctly match the description of the bony projection with its name: Bony expansion carried on a narrow neck
head
Which of the following statements is true?
hypocalcemia leads to hyperexcitablility
This hormone normally associated with its effects on weight and energy balance, also plays a role in bone density.
leptin
Correctly match the description of the projection with its name: Large, rough, rounded projections
tuberosity
Correctly match the description of the projection with its name: Trochanter
very large, blunt, irregularly shaped process
All of the following are stored in the matrix of bones, except __________.
vitamin D
Which of the following is true?
Despite the environmental factors that influence bone density, genetics still plays the major role in determining bone density.
Correctly match the opening or depression in bone with its correct name: Fossa
Shallow, basinlike depression in a bone, often serving as an articular surface
Correctly match the opening or depression in bone with its correct name: Groove
a furrow
Fossae are __________.
bone depressions
Hydroxyapatite in bone matrix that gives bone its hardness is primarily composed of __________.
calcium and phosphates
Match the description to the correct answer regarding bone tissue: Major inorganic component of bone
calcium phosphate
Correctly match the definition and term: The inorganic minerals contained in the intercellular matrix of bone
calcium phosphate (Hydroxyapatite)
Correctly match the opening or depression in bone with its correct name: Meatus
canal-like passageway
Correctly match the opening or depression in bone with its correct name: Sinus
cavity within a bone
Match the description to the correct answer regarding bone tissue: Major organic fiber of bone
collagen
Correctly match the description of the projection with its name: Crest
narrow ridge of bone
Correctly match the description of the bony projection with its name: Armlike bar of bone
ramus
Correctly match the definition and term: Substance contained in the spaces of the spongy bone
red bone marrow
Correctly match the opening or depression in bone with its correct name: Foramen
round or oval opening through a bone
Normally considered to be a neurotransmitter that regulates sleep and mood, this hormone is a hormonal go-between bone formation and destruction.
serotonin
__________ bones act to alter the direction of tendon pull.
sesamoid
Correctly match the description of the projection with its name: Spine
sharp, slender, often pointed projection
Correctly match the description of the projection with its name: Tubercle
small rounded projection or process