Skeletal System Exam Questions and Answers Graded A+

Skeletal System Exam Questions and
Answers Graded A+

skeletal system - Correct answer-gives our bodies structure and protects major

organs like the heart, lungs, and brain

ligaments - Correct answer-connect bone to bone

cartilage - Correct answer-flexible connective tissue attached to bones at joints that

acts as a cushion

Joints - Correct answer-Areas where two or more bones join together

ball and socket - Correct answer-shoulder and hip

gliding joint - Correct answer-allows one bone to slide over another; found in wrist

and ankles

pivot joint - Correct answer-allows for side to side rotation (neck)

hinge joint - Correct answer-moves back and forth (knee and arm)

axial skeleton - Correct answer-The portion of the skeleton that contains skull and

body