Human Skeleton (Grade 10 NSC Matric Life Sciences): Quizzes
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How many bones does an adult human skeleton contain?
How many bones does an adult human skeleton contain?
206 bones
How many flat bones make up the cranium?
How many flat bones make up the cranium?
8 flat bones
Which is the only movable bone in the skull?
Which is the only movable bone in the skull?
Mandible
How many vertebrae are in the cervical region of the spine?
How many vertebrae are in the cervical region of the spine?
7 vertebrae
How many pairs of ribs connect directly to the sternum?
How many pairs of ribs connect directly to the sternum?
7 pairs
How many small bones make up the carpals in the wrist?
How many small bones make up the carpals in the wrist?
8 bones
Which bone is described as the largest and strongest in the body?
Which bone is described as the largest and strongest in the body?
Femur
Where are red blood cells produced in the skeletal system?
Where are red blood cells produced in the skeletal system?
Red bone marrow
What type of bone forms the outer shaft of long bones?
What type of bone forms the outer shaft of long bones?
Compact bone
Which bone in the lower leg supports most of the body weight?
Which bone in the lower leg supports most of the body weight?
Tibia