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The Human Skeleton
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| The _______ protects the brain, while the ribcage protects the heart and lungs. | skull |
| What is the difference between exoskeletons and endoskeletons? | Exoskeletons are external (e.g., insects), while endoskeletons are internal (e.g., humans). |
| What is hematopoiesis, and where does it occur? | The production of blood cells, which occurs in red bone marrow. |
| What are the two main divisions of the human skeleton? | Axial skeleton and appendicular skeleton. |
| What bones make up the axial skeleton? | The skull, ribcage, and vertebral column. |
| What bones are part of the appendicular skeleton? | The limbs, pelvis, and shoulder girdle. |
| The _______ skeleton consists of bones that make up the central structure of the body. | axial |
| What is the function of flat bones? | They protect organs and serve as sites for hematopoiesis. |
| Where is red bone marrow primarily found? | In flat bones and the epiphyses of long bones. |
| What type of bone is the skull classified as? | Flat bone. |