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RBMS Skeletal
Skeletal System
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| Bones | rigid connective tissue that makes up the skeleton of vertebrates |
| Ligaments | attaches bones together at the joints |
| Cartilage | thick, tough, flexible tissue covers end of bones and found in ears and nose |
| Periosteum | thin membrane that covers bones |
| Compact bone | contains very hard bone cells packed with calcium for strength |
| Spongy bone | air holes in the bones for lightness |
| Marrow | middle of bone makes red blood cells |
| Skeletal system | Framework of bones and cartilage in the body |
| Osteoporosis | weakening of bones due to loss of calcium |
| Fracture | break or crack in bone |