Exam 7: Skeletal System: Bone Structure and Function

The type of bone tissue that is replaced more frequently is ________ bone;the part of the femur that is replaced more frequently is the __________.

The process of bone repair includes these steps: A: Fracture hematoma forms B: Bone is remodeled C: Fibrocartilaginous callus forms D: Bony callus forms The correct chronological order for these steps is

Describe the stimulus for bone resorption and how resorption is carried out at the cellular and chemical levels.

Which is characteristic of cartilage connective tissue

When bone forms by intramembranous ossification,the ossification centers are within

Which type of cell produces new bone tissue by secreting matrix

Since cartilage must be continuously replaced in the body,appositional and interstitial growth of cartilage continues throughout life.

During appositional growth of cartilage,the cells that produce the matrix are the

For most individuals the main source of vitamin D is dietary intake of milk.

The bones of the wrist are classified as _____ bones.

Calcitriol stimulates absorption of calcium in the small intestine.

Parathyroid hormone and calcitriol

Parathyroid hormone release is triggered by _______ levels of calcium in the blood.

Glucocorticoids increase bone ________;high levels of serotonin lead to _____ bone density.

Calcitonin _________ osteoclast activity,which will _________ blood calcium levels.

What would be the effect on bone growth of insufficient dietary calcium

Where does hemopoiesis occur

-This figure illustrates the microscopic anatomy of spongy bone.Which number indicates a central canal

The bones of the fingers and toes (phalanges)are categorized as _____ bones.

Endochondral ossification begins with a(n)_________ model.