Multiple Choice
Production of blood cells (hematopoiesis) is a primary function of which structure in bone?
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6. Bones & Skeletal Tissue
Gross Anatomy of Bone: Bone Marrow
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Blood cell production (hematopoiesis) occurs in red bone marrow and is primarily a function of which body system?
A
Integumentary system
B
Digestive system
C
Endocrine system
D
Skeletal system
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Understand the process of hematopoiesis, which is the production of blood cells including red blood cells, white blood cells, and platelets.
Identify the location where hematopoiesis primarily occurs, which is the red bone marrow found within certain bones.
Recognize that red bone marrow is a component of the skeletal system, as it is housed inside bones.
Recall the main functions of the skeletal system, which include support, protection, movement, and importantly, housing bone marrow for blood cell production.
Conclude that since hematopoiesis occurs in red bone marrow within bones, the skeletal system is responsible for this function.
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