Table of contents

1. Introduction to Anatomy & Physiology5h 43m
2. Cell Chemistry & Cell Components12h 36m
3. Energy & Cell Processes10h 6m
4. Tissues & Histology10h 3m
5. Integumentary System2h 20m
6. Bones & Skeletal Tissue2h 16m
7. The Skeletal System2h 35m
8. Joints2h 17m
9. Muscle Tissue2h 33m
10. Muscles1h 11m
11. Nervous Tissue and Nervous System1h 35m
12. The Central Nervous System1h 6m
- Introduction to the Central Nervous System
  18m
- The Cerebrum
  48m
13. The Peripheral Nervous System1h 26m
14. The Autonomic Nervous System1h 38m
15. The Special Senses2h 41m
16. The Endocrine System2h 48m
17. The Blood3h 22m
18. The Heart3h 42m
19. The Blood Vessels3h 35m
20. The Lymphatic System3h 16m
21. The Immune System14h 37m
22. The Respiratory System3h 20m
23. The Digestive System2h 5m
24. Metabolism and Nutrition4h 0m
25. The Urinary System2h 39m
26. Fluid and Electrolyte Balance, Acid Base Balance37m
27. The Reproductive System2h 5m
28. Human Development1h 21m
29. Heredity3h 32m

6. Bones & Skeletal Tissue

An Introduction to Bone and Skeletal Tissue

Anatomy & Physiology

6. Bones & Skeletal Tissue

An Introduction to Bone and Skeletal Tissue

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Multiple Choice

Which of the following anatomical features of bones is correctly matched with its function?

Osteocytes - Maintain bone matrix

Periosteum - Stores bone marrow

Osteoclasts - Form new bone tissue

Osteoblasts - Break down bone tissue

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Understand the role of osteocytes: Osteocytes are mature bone cells that are embedded within the bone matrix. Their primary function is to maintain the bone matrix, which includes regulating mineral content and communicating with other bone cells.

Clarify the function of the periosteum: The periosteum is a dense layer of vascular connective tissue enveloping the bones except at the surfaces of the joints. It does not store bone marrow; instead, it serves as a site for muscle attachment and contains cells that can differentiate into osteoblasts for bone growth and repair.

Examine the role of osteoclasts: Osteoclasts are large, multinucleated cells responsible for bone resorption. They break down bone tissue by secreting acids and enzymes that dissolve the bone matrix, releasing calcium and other minerals into the bloodstream.

Identify the function of osteoblasts: Osteoblasts are bone-forming cells that synthesize and secrete the bone matrix. They are responsible for the formation of new bone tissue during growth and repair processes.

Match the correct function with each anatomical feature: Based on the explanations, the correct matches are: Osteocytes - Maintain bone matrix, Periosteum - Not for storing bone marrow, Osteoclasts - Break down bone tissue, Osteoblasts - Form new bone tissue.