Other hormones and nutrients that affect skeletal metabolism

Features of the gross anatomy of long and flat bones

The locations and functions of the auditory ossicles and the hyoid bone

Synovial fluid is secreted by the bursae

State the differences in location, composition, and function of red and yellow bone marrow

The fibrous membrane between the radius and ulna, and its functional significance

Effects and relative importance of calcitriol, parathyroid hormone, and calcitonin on the skeleton

Six kinds of synovial joints, how they differ, and where each can be found

The actions of calcitriol and parathyroid hormone on the skeleton

. A child jumps to the ground from the top of a playground “jungle gym.” His leg bones do not shatter mainly because they have
a. more osteons than older bone.
b. young, resilient osteocytes.
c. an abundance of calcium phosphate.
d. collagen fibers.
e. a strong periosteum

The histology of spongy and compact bone

.______ is secreted in response to a falling blood calcium level, and raises the level by promoting osteoclast activity.
a. Parathyroid hormone
b. Calcitonin
c. Growth hormone
d. Estrogen
e. Calcitriol

Major anatomical features of the humerus, radius, and ulna, especially at the proximal and distal ends of each bone

Sketch or describe a long bone, including its shaft and heads, and indicate where its articular cartilages, periosteum, and endosteum are located