skeletal system Crossword Puzzles

skeletal system crossword 2020-10-15

skeletal system crossword crossword puzzle
Across
  1. bone is crushed
  2. ends of bones; mostly spongy bone
  3. limbs and girdles
  4. bone breaks portions is inward
  5. keystone bones;form upper jaw
  6. dense and appears homogenous.
  7. Covers the epiphyses
  8. butterfly shaped bone
  9. bone anterior to sphenoid
  10. bone destroying cells
  11. outside covering the diaphysis
  12. bridge of nose
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  1. bone forming cells
  2. bone breaks into many fragments
  3. bone not connected by sutures
  4. fourteen bones compose the face
  5. contains yellow and red marrow
  6. broken bone penetrates the skin
  7. Shaft of bone; composed of compact bone
  8. broken bone ends are into eachother
  9. encloses the brain
  10. made of small needle-like pieces and open space.
  11. bone breaks incompletely
  12. Form the longitudinal axis of the body
  13. does not penetrate the skin
  14. cheek bones
  15. mature bone taste
  16. occurs with twisting forces

28 Clues: cheek bones • bridge of nose • bone is crushed • limbs and girdles • mature bone taste • bone forming cells • encloses the brain • Covers the epiphyses • butterfly shaped bone • bone destroying cells • bone breaks incompletely • bone anterior to sphenoid • does not penetrate the skin • occurs with twisting forces • bone not connected by sutures • keystone bones;form upper jaw • ...

Skeletal System Words 2020-10-05

Skeletal System Words crossword puzzle
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  1. a large multinucleate bone cell which absorbs bone tissue during growth and healing.
  2. thin connective tissue health associated with the blood vessels.
  3. two bone surfaces come together (joint).
  4. inhibits osteoclasts activity.
  5. found in the periosteum and in the marrow.
  6. a bone cell, formed when an osteoblast becomes embedded in the matrix it has secreted.
  7. the bone at the very top of your body
  8. promotes osteoblastic activity.
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  1. between the diaphysis and the epiphyses.
  2. distal and proximal ends of the long bone.
  3. creates blood cells.
  4. main shaft or body of bone long, cylindrical shape.
  5. a thin layer, membrane, or plate of tissue, especially in bone.
  6. a cell that secretes the matrix for bone formation.
  7. area of bone that projects above the surface of bone.
  8. stimulates the absorption of calcium.
  9. produced in bones.
  10. a small channel or duct.
  11. thin membrane that lines the medullary cavity.
  12. opening in the bone that allows blood vessels/nerves to enter.
  13. a cavity or depression, especially in bone.

21 Clues: produced in bones. • creates blood cells. • a small channel or duct. • inhibits osteoclasts activity. • promotes osteoblastic activity. • stimulates the absorption of calcium. • the bone at the very top of your body • between the diaphysis and the epiphyses. • two bone surfaces come together (joint). • distal and proximal ends of the long bone. • ...

Skeletal System Crossword 2020-10-05

Skeletal System Crossword crossword puzzle
Across
  1. process where the matrix is reabsorbed on one surface of a bone and deposited on another
  2. proximal and distal ends of bone
  3. a clot around the site of the fracture
  4. a break in a bone
  5. process of bone development; cartilage is replaced by bone throughout childhood
  6. bones and cartilage
  7. area of growth in a long bone
  8. bone shaft, body of the bone
Down
  1. build up bone
  2. when bone replaces the cartilage and stops growing
  3. thin layer of cartilage covering epiphyseal, where the bone forms an articulation with another bone
  4. where 2 bone surfaces come together, aka joint
  5. areas of bone that project above the surface of the bone; attachments for tendons and ligaments
  6. stem cells
  7. growing bone, contains epiphyseal plate
  8. fibrous, vascular, sensitive life support covering or sheath for bone
  9. thin membrane that lines the medullary cavity
  10. cylindrical space within diaphysis contains fatty yellow bone marrow
  11. destroy/carve out old bone cells
  12. opening or grove that allow blood vessels to enter the bone

20 Clues: stem cells • build up bone • a break in a bone • bones and cartilage • bone shaft, body of the bone • area of growth in a long bone • proximal and distal ends of bone • destroy/carve out old bone cells • a clot around the site of the fracture • growing bone, contains epiphyseal plate • thin membrane that lines the medullary cavity • where 2 bone surfaces come together, aka joint • ...

Skeletal System Vocabulary 2020-10-14

Skeletal System Vocabulary crossword puzzle
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  1. bone shatters into many pieces
  2. enlarged ends of long bones
  3. joining point of epiphysis and diaphysis
  4. space within the bone filled with marrow
  5. process by which tissue and cartilage becomes bone
  6. cube shaped bone, i.e. bones of the carpus and tarsus
  7. framework of structures that support and protect the body
  8. bone longer than it is wide, i.e. humerus, radius, and femur
  9. freely moveable joint
  10. thin outer layer of bone covering
  11. break completely across the bone
  12. plate of bone, i.e. scapula
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  1. consists of the skull and vertebrae
  2. complex and irregularly shaped bone, i.e. vertebrae
  3. bone does not break through the skin
  4. bone breaks through the skin
  5. break along the long axis of a bone
  6. consists of fore and hind limbs
  7. small, seed-shaped bone embedded in a tendon, i.e. proximal and distal sesamoids
  8. thin inner layer of bone covering; lines medullary cavity
  9. break on one side of a bone, usually due to a bending force
  10. body of a long bone

22 Clues: body of a long bone • freely moveable joint • enlarged ends of long bones • plate of bone, i.e. scapula • bone breaks through the skin • bone shatters into many pieces • consists of fore and hind limbs • break completely across the bone • thin outer layer of bone covering • consists of the skull and vertebrae • break along the long axis of a bone • ...

Skeletal System Puzzle 2020-10-13

Skeletal System Puzzle crossword puzzle
Across
  1. bone body
  2. Mature bone cells
  3. Attachment point for ligaments & tendons
  4. mass repair tissue that bridges the broken ends of the bone
  5. absorption of calcium and phosphate from digestive tract
  6. a break in a bone
  7. Small round;embedded in tendons
  8. Thin membrane that lines the medullary cavity
  9. process of bone development
  10. Unspecialized stem cells
Down
  1. occurs straight across the long axis of a bone
  2. low levels of calcium
  3. calcium & phosphorus
  4. secreted by the thyroid gland
  5. openings that allow blood vessels to enter the bone
  6. vertebrae, facial bones
  7. Contains epiphyseal plates
  8. one side of bone is broken
  9. joints
  10. Thin & Curved

20 Clues: joints • bone body • Thin & Curved • Mature bone cells • a break in a bone • calcium & phosphorus • low levels of calcium • vertebrae, facial bones • Unspecialized stem cells • Contains epiphyseal plates • one side of bone is broken • process of bone development • secreted by the thyroid gland • Small round;embedded in tendons • Attachment point for ligaments & tendons • ...

Skeletal System Crossword 2020-10-21

Skeletal System Crossword crossword puzzle
Across
  1. binds shoulder blade with sternum
  2. cheekbone
  3. does not articulate with another bone
  4. produces blood
  5. strongest bone in the human body
  6. disease regarding low bone density
  7. fracture typical with the elderly
  8. bone type that allows for blood flow
  9. vertebrae located in the chest region
  10. cartilage that binds ribs with the sternum
  11. ribs that connect with true ribs
  12. fracture resulting from a twisting force
  13. jawbone
  14. bone absorbing cell
  15. amount of vertebrae in the thoracic region
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  1. back of the head
  2. regulates bone homeostasis
  3. breastplate fused by three bones
  4. bone building cells
  5. open fracture
  6. protects the frontal cortex of the brain
  7. formation of bones
  8. contains sutures of where the skull fused
  9. bone type that is filled with marrow
  10. shin bone
  11. bones located in the wrist
  12. amount of vertebrae in the cervical region
  13. ribs that connect only with vertebrae
  14. amount of vertebrae in the lumbar region
  15. protect the spinal cord

30 Clues: jawbone • cheekbone • shin bone • open fracture • produces blood • back of the head • formation of bones • bone building cells • bone absorbing cell • protect the spinal cord • regulates bone homeostasis • bones located in the wrist • breastplate fused by three bones • strongest bone in the human body • ribs that connect with true ribs • binds shoulder blade with sternum • ...

The Skeletal System 2021-10-29

The Skeletal System crossword puzzle
Across
  1. a condition of articular bleeding, that is into the joint cavity
  2. a mechanical appliance such as a leg brace or splint designed to control limb function
  3. treatment of osteoporosis related compression fracture by injecting bone cement to stabilize compression fractures
  4. the type of arthritis most common associated with aging
  5. a fracture in which the bone is splintered or crushed
  6. a marked loss of bone density associated with aging
  7. an abnormal enlargement of the joint at the base of the great toe
  8. a surgical procedure to stiffen a joint
  9. a fracture in which the bone is broken and there is an open wound in the skin
  10. an area of bone tissue death caused by insufficient blood flow
  11. inflammation of the periosteum
  12. pertaining to the formation of blood or blood cells
  13. a type of arthritis characterized by deposits of uric acid crystals in the joint
  14. inflammation of the bone marrow an adjacent bone
  15. a chronic bone disease of unknown calls characterized by an normal breakdown of bone tissue
  16. an abnormal increase in the outward curvature of the thoracic spine
  17. the bony structure that forms the upper portion of the sternum
  18. an abnormal lateral curvature of the spine
  19. an inflammation of the cartilage that connects a real to the sternum
  20. obtained from the same individual
  21. abnormal softening of the cartilage
  22. the partial displacement of a bone from its joint
  23. the surgical removal of a lamina from a vertebrae
  24. relating to, or being the part of the human foot
  25. inflammation of bone
  26. the grating sound heard when the ends of a broken bone move together
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  1. a fracture in which the bone has been twisted apart
  2. a substitute for eight disease or missing body part
  3. a low exposure radiographic measure of the spine and hips to measure bone density
  4. a deficiency occur in children involving defective bone growth due to vitamin D deficiency
  5. a degenerative disorder that can cause the loss of normal spinal structure and function
  6. paint of the loom bar region of the spine
  7. doctor of podiatric medicine (DPM), a physician and surgeon who treats the foot, ankle, and related structures of the leg
  8. fracture treatment in which pins or a plate or place directly into the bone
  9. The rounded bony prominence on either side of the ankle joint
  10. fracture, blouse of bone density hand increase in bone porosity there is associated with aging
  11. a congenital defect that occurs during early pregnancy
  12. visual examination of the internal structure of a join using an arthroscope
  13. the inner then average bone density
  14. a type of cancer death occurs in blood making sales of the red bone marrow
  15. arthritis, an auto immune disorder affecting children age of 16 or younger
  16. an abnormal increase in the forward curvature of the lumbar spine
  17. the surgical fracture of a bone to correct a deformity
  18. abnormal softening of bones in adults
  19. a chronic autoimmune disorder in which the synovial membranes, and other body tissue are inflamed and thickened
  20. a geriatric inflammatory disorder of the muscles and joints characterized by pain stiffness
  21. a degenerative disorder that can cause the loss of normal spinal structure and function
  22. occurs when a weakened bone breaks under normal strain
  23. surgical loosening of an ankylosed joint
  24. the partial displacement of a bone from its joint
  25. surgical suturing or wiring together of bones

51 Clues: inflammation of bone • inflammation of the periosteum • obtained from the same individual • the inner then average bone density • abnormal softening of the cartilage • abnormal softening of bones in adults • a surgical procedure to stiffen a joint • surgical loosening of an ankylosed joint • paint of the loom bar region of the spine • ...

Skeletal System Crossword! 2021-12-06

Skeletal System Crossword! crossword puzzle
Across
  1. Covers the bone
  2. Lateral bone of the forearm
  3. Medial bone of the forearm
  4. Growth Plate
  5. Bones of the foot between the ankles and toes
  6. Complex shaped bone
  7. Collar bone
  8. Bone marrow that actively produces blood cells
  9. Thin, flattened and usually curved
  10. Protects the lungs and heart
  11. Portion of skull that encloses the brain
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  1. How many bones are in the body
  2. Bone marrow that contains mostly fat
  3. Lower Region of body
  4. Upper region of body
  5. Bones of fingers and toes
  6. Root word for bone
  7. Bones longer than they are wide
  8. Shaft of long bone
  9. Thigh Bone
  10. Carpals and Tarsals
  11. End of long bone
  12. Stored in the bones

23 Clues: Thigh Bone • Collar bone • Growth Plate • Covers the bone • End of long bone • Root word for bone • Shaft of long bone • Complex shaped bone • Carpals and Tarsals • Stored in the bones • Lower Region of body • Upper region of body • Bones of fingers and toes • Medial bone of the forearm • Lateral bone of the forearm • Protects the lungs and heart • How many bones are in the body • ...

Skeletal System Crossword 2021-12-02

Skeletal System Crossword crossword puzzle
Across
  1. or closed fracture, a complete break of the bone
  2. marrow, soft tissue in the epiphysis of long bones
  3. area where two bones meet or join
  4. fracture, break wraps around the bone
  5. a bone bends and cracks but remains intact on one side
  6. marrow soft tissue in the diaphysis of long bones
  7. area where bones join or fuse together
  8. condition in which the bones become brittle and porous
  9. fracture, bones have been broken and shattered into pieces
  10. fracture, broken bones are forcefully pushed into each other
  11. a break or crack in a bone
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  1. skeleton- bones that form the limbs or extremities of the body
  2. fracture, break in the bone that has punctured through the skin
  3. inflammation of the joints
  4. sideways curvature of the spine
  5. skeleton, bones of the skull, rib cage, and spinal column; the
  6. fracture, part of the bone has been pushed inward
  7. exaggerated curvature of the lower spine
  8. humpback, outward curvature of the upper part of the spine
  9. that form the trunk of the body
  10. cavity or air space in a bone
  11. fibrous tissue that connects bone to bone

22 Clues: inflammation of the joints • a break or crack in a bone • cavity or air space in a bone • sideways curvature of the spine • that form the trunk of the body • area where two bones meet or join • fracture, break wraps around the bone • area where bones join or fuse together • exaggerated curvature of the lower spine • fibrous tissue that connects bone to bone • ...

The Skeletal System 2022-02-22

The Skeletal System crossword puzzle
Across
  1. Upper bone of the leg
  2. seven cylindrical bones, or vertebral bodies
  3. the other bone in the leg; the opposite of the tibia
  4. either of two large bones of the shoulder girdle in vertebrae's
  5. another word for the collarbone
  6. the eight small bones that make up your wrist that connects the hand to the forearm
  7. the chest or breastbone
  8. the surrounding of your heart and lungs
  9. the Lower Jawline
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  1. the bones in your fingers
  2. the broad upper part of the sternum
  3. a bone of the part of the hand or forefoot between the carpus and the phalanges that typically contains five more or less elongated bones when all the digits are present
  4. supports the weight of the upper body when sitting and to transfer this weight to the lower limbs when standing
  5. the bone in your upper arm often referred to as the "funny bone"
  6. the bone that protects the knee joint
  7. seven short bones located at the proximal region of the foot
  8. the part of the skull that encloses the brain
  9. the thicker and shorter of the two bones in your forearm
  10. the inner and longer of the two bones in your forearm
  11. the larger of the two bones in the leg; the shinbone

20 Clues: the Lower Jawline • Upper bone of the leg • the chest or breastbone • the bones in your fingers • another word for the collarbone • the broad upper part of the sternum • the bone that protects the knee joint • the surrounding of your heart and lungs • seven cylindrical bones, or vertebral bodies • the part of the skull that encloses the brain • ...

The Skeletal System 2021-12-14

The Skeletal System crossword puzzle
Across
  1. connective tissue membrane surrounding diaphysis
  2. Broken bone ends are forced into each other
  3. Break that occurs from excessive twisting
  4. Thigh bone
  5. Bone of skull that forms forehead
  6. End of long bone
  7. Immovable joint in the cranium
  8. Shaft of the long bone
  9. Breaks in the bone
  10. Bone of the skull that forms back of cranium
  11. Ball like head of humerus
  12. Incomplete break
  13. Sole of the foot
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  1. Only bone with movable joint in the face
  2. Bone forming cells
  3. Most anterior part of the hip bone
  4. Bones of the palm
  5. Bone is crushed
  6. Posterior half of foot
  7. Bone is pressed inwards
  8. Realignment of broken bone ends
  9. Process of bone formation
  10. Break that occurs from the excessive twisting
  11. Mature bone cells
  12. Shinbone

25 Clues: Shinbone • Thigh bone • Bone is crushed • End of long bone • Incomplete break • Sole of the foot • Bones of the palm • Mature bone cells • Bone forming cells • Breaks in the bone • Posterior half of foot • Shaft of the long bone • Bone is pressed inwards • Process of bone formation • Ball like head of humerus • Immovable joint in the cranium • Realignment of broken bone ends • ...

The Skeletal System 2017-12-10

The Skeletal System crossword puzzle
Across
  1. Joints: A fixed or immovable joint
  2. Joints: Joints that move freely and have joint cavities: can also be called diarthrosis
  3. A cracking or breaking in the bone
  4. A mature bone cell
  5. Sheath: A layer of synovial membrane around a tendon
  6. The end point of a long bone
  7. Skeleton: Skeleton that makes up the head and trunk of the body
  8. Joint: A Joint that allows gliding movements
  9. Joint: A joint that can move freely and allows rotary movement
  10. Arthritis: A chronic inflammation in joints such as in the feet and hands
  11. Jointal Skeleton: A joint where a partially spherical end goes into a socket-like the hip joint
  12. The long part of a bone
  13. A bone cell that takes in bone tissue when there is growth or healing
  14. Joint: A joint that allows movement in multiple planes that is able to give flexion, extension, and adduction
  15. Joints: Joints that are connected by Cartilage
  16. Cartilage: Cartilage that is very bendable and is found in the ear and epiglottis
  17. Causes bones to weaken and soften from lack of vitamin D
  18. Space between the skull bones of a small child or unborn child
  19. A type of Arthritis that causes pain, redness and is sensitive at the joint
  20. A sack that contains fluid in the joint
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  1. Tissue that connects bones to other bones
  2. Cartilage: Glass like Cartilage that is found on joint surfaces
  3. Remodeling: when mature bone tissue is removed and replaced by new bone tissue.
  4. A condition where bones become fragile and break easily.
  5. Bone: Dense bone that is solidly filled with organic ground substances and inorganic salts
  6. Cartilage found in the intervertebral disks in the spine
  7. An Inflammation of joints that causes pain and stiffness
  8. A tissue that covers bones
  9. Joint: A joint where a bone is resting on top of another bone and gives more flexibility than other joints
  10. Cells that make bones
  11. Skeleton: the skeleton that makes up the extremities of the body
  12. Bone: The internal layer in skeletal bones which is also known as cancellous bone
  13. Canal: A canal that runs through the center of the spine
  14. Joint: Common Synovial joint like the elbow, ankle and knee joint.
  15. Marrow: A red vascular substance that is found in bones

35 Clues: A mature bone cell • Cells that make bones • The long part of a bone • A tissue that covers bones • The end point of a long bone • Joints: A fixed or immovable joint • A cracking or breaking in the bone • A sack that contains fluid in the joint • Tissue that connects bones to other bones • Joint: A Joint that allows gliding movements • ...

The Skeletal System 2017-12-10

The Skeletal System crossword puzzle
Across
  1. a sack that contains fluid in the joint.
  2. Bone the internal layer in skeletal bones which is also known as cancellous bone.
  3. Bone dense bone that is solidly filled with organic ground substances and inorganic salts.
  4. Joints joints that move freely and have joint cavities and can also be called diarthrosis.
  5. causes bones to weaken and soften from lack of vitamin D.
  6. a condition where bones become fragile and break easily.
  7. the long part of a bone.
  8. Jointal Skeleton a joint where a partially spherical end goes into a socket-like the hip joint.
  9. a space between the skull bones of a small child or unborn child.
  10. Canal a canal that runs through the center of the spine.
  11. a bone cell that takes in bone tissue when there is growth or healing.
  12. Joint a joint that allows movement in multiple planes that is able to give flexion, extension, and adduction.
  13. Cartilage cartilage that is very bendable and is found in the ear and epiglottis.
  14. Joints joints that are connected by cartilage.
  15. tissue that connects bones to other bones.
  16. a tissue that covers bones.
  17. Skeleton skeleton that makes up the head and trunk of the body.
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  1. Joints a fixed or immovable joint.
  2. Remodeling when mature bone tissue is removed and replaced by new bone tissue.
  3. the end point of a long bone.
  4. Arthritis a chronic inflammation in joints such as in the feet and hands.
  5. Skeleton the skeleton that makes up the extremities of the body.
  6. cartilage found in the intervertebral disks in the spine.
  7. Sheath a layer of synovial membrane around a tendon.
  8. an Inflammation of joints that causes pain and stiffness.
  9. Marrow a red vascular substance that is found in bones.
  10. cells that make bones.
  11. a mature bone cell.
  12. a type of Arthritis that causes pain, redness and is sensitive at the joint.
  13. Cartilage glass like Cartilage that is found on joint surfaces.
  14. a cracking or breaking in the bone.
  15. Joint a joint that can move freely and allows rotary movement.
  16. Joint a joint where a bone is resting on top of another bone and gives more flexibility than other joints.
  17. Joint common synovial joint like the elbow, ankle and knee joint.
  18. Joint a Joint that allows gliding movements.

35 Clues: a mature bone cell. • cells that make bones. • the long part of a bone. • a tissue that covers bones. • the end point of a long bone. • Joints a fixed or immovable joint. • a cracking or breaking in the bone. • a sack that contains fluid in the joint. • tissue that connects bones to other bones. • Joint a Joint that allows gliding movements. • ...

Skeletal System Crossword 2017-06-12

Skeletal System Crossword crossword puzzle
Across
  1. "Purse" that protects from fiction
  2. Oxycodone and morphine are examples of this
  3. Heel
  4. A written record of
  5. A disease that causes deficient calcification in bones
  6. Covering on the bones
  7. Device used to examine the interior of a joint
  8. Humpback
  9. Medical condition caused by hormonal changes, or deficiency of calcium or vitamin D
  10. To bend a joint
Down
  1. Most posterior bone of the skull
  2. Flexible tissue that makes up the ear
  3. Fingers and toes
  4. Circular motion
  5. Tumor
  6. Muscle
  7. S-shaped curvature of the spine
  8. To turn downward with the hand
  9. Break in the wrist
  10. Shoulder blade

20 Clues: Heel • Tumor • Muscle • Humpback • Shoulder blade • Circular motion • To bend a joint • Fingers and toes • Break in the wrist • A written record of • Covering on the bones • To turn downward with the hand • S-shaped curvature of the spine • Most posterior bone of the skull • "Purse" that protects from fiction • Flexible tissue that makes up the ear • Oxycodone and morphine are examples of this • ...

The Skeletal System 2018-09-10

The Skeletal System crossword puzzle
Across
  1. Longest bone in our body.
  2. Uppermost vertebra.
  3. An example of a pivot joint.
  4. Allows movement in every direction.
  5. Muscles which are under our control.
  6. This joint is found in our wrists and ankles.
  7. Protects the Spinal Cord.
  8. Protects the brain.
  9. The name of a system that gives our body shape.
  10. Strong tissues which hold the bone to the joints.
  11. An example of ball and socket joint.
  12. The place where the bones meet.
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  1. The two ribs at the bottom of the ribcage which are not attached to the breastbone.
  2. Muscles which are under our control.
  3. Muscles of the heart.
  4. Allows movement in only one direction.
  5. We can move our head sideways, upward, and downward with the help of this joint.
  6. Helps in the formation of blood cells.
  7. They attach muscles to the bone.
  8. The smallest bone in our body.
  9. Example of hinge joint.

21 Clues: Uppermost vertebra. • Protects the brain. • Muscles of the heart. • Example of hinge joint. • Longest bone in our body. • Protects the Spinal Cord. • An example of a pivot joint. • The smallest bone in our body. • The place where the bones meet. • They attach muscles to the bone. • Allows movement in every direction. • Muscles which are under our control. • ...

Skeletal System Crossword 2016-09-18

Skeletal System Crossword crossword puzzle
Across
  1. shoulder blade
  2. kneecap
  3. wrist bones
  4. bony projection at end of the sternum
  5. bone marrow
  6. shaft of long bone
  7. arm
  8. finger bones
  9. ankle
  10. ankle bone
  11. rib
Down
  1. movement
  2. collarbone
  3. skeleton consisting of skull, chest, and spinal column
  4. join cranial bones
  5. finger/toe
  6. skeleton consisting of arms and legs
  7. joint
  8. ends of long bone
  9. muscle
  10. latin for thigh

21 Clues: arm • rib • joint • ankle • muscle • kneecap • movement • collarbone • finger/toe • ankle bone • wrist bones • bone marrow • finger bones • shoulder blade • latin for thigh • ends of long bone • join cranial bones • shaft of long bone • skeleton consisting of arms and legs • bony projection at end of the sternum • skeleton consisting of skull, chest, and spinal column

The Skeletal System 2016-09-19

The Skeletal System crossword puzzle
Across
  1. lower jaw bone
  2. inflammation of the joint
  3. shaft of a long bone
  4. examination of the interior of a joint
  5. a joint with little movement
  6. lower spinal column (L1-L5)
  7. surgical repair of bone
  8. excision of a rib
  9. the long bone, extending from the shoulder to the elbow
Down
  1. the wrist bones
  2. pain in the arm
  3. inner membrane layer of the bone
  4. softening of the cartilage
  5. a saclike connective structure found in some joints, protects moving parts from frction
  6. the cheek bone
  7. the fingers
  8. abnormally low bone density
  9. a mature bone cell
  10. the lateral, weight bearing, leg bone
  11. the chest
  12. a fibrous membrane joining two bones, found in the cranial bones

21 Clues: the chest • the fingers • lower jaw bone • the cheek bone • the wrist bones • pain in the arm • excision of a rib • a mature bone cell • shaft of a long bone • surgical repair of bone • inflammation of the joint • softening of the cartilage • lower spinal column (L1-L5) • abnormally low bone density • a joint with little movement • inner membrane layer of the bone • ...

The Skeletal System 2016-02-22

The Skeletal System crossword puzzle
Across
  1. fracture in distal end of the fibula
  2. abbreviation for magnetic resonance imaging
  3. the heel bone
  4. removing fluid from a joint
  5. breastbone
  6. moving around central axis
  7. pain in a bone
  8. injury to a ligament
  9. turning outward
  10. type of break without separation
  11. break caused by twisting injury
Down
  1. chest bone
  2. pain in the arm
  3. movement toward the midline of the body
  4. fingers
  5. surgical repair of bone
  6. swelling of a joint
  7. break straight across a bone
  8. lower jawbone
  9. bone tissue
  10. thighbone
  11. kneecap

22 Clues: fingers • kneecap • thighbone • chest bone • breastbone • bone tissue • the heel bone • lower jawbone • pain in a bone • pain in the arm • turning outward • swelling of a joint • injury to a ligament • surgical repair of bone • moving around central axis • removing fluid from a joint • break straight across a bone • break caused by twisting injury • type of break without separation • ...

6.4 Skeletal System 2016-11-09

6.4 Skeletal System crossword puzzle
Across
  1. Lower arm bone on the thumb side
  2. Area where two or more bones join together
  3. coxae Two bones that form the pelvic girdle
  4. Lateral bone of the lower leg
  5. Tough membrane on the outside of bone
  6. Connective tissue band that holds bones together
  7. Breastbone
  8. An extremity or end of bone
  9. Eight bones that surround and protect the brain
  10. Wrist bone
  11. Air spaces in the bones of the skull
Down
  1. Twelve pairs of bones that surround the heart and lungs
  2. Twenty six bones of the spinal column
  3. Membrane that lines the medullary canal
  4. Long shaft of bones
  5. Larger bone of the lower arms
  6. Bones that form the main trunk of the body
  7. Shoulder bone or shoulder blade
  8. Bones that form the extremities
  9. Thigh bone
  10. Medial bone of the lower leg
  11. Ankle bone
  12. marrow Material found in some bones that produces blood cells
  13. marrow Material inside the medullary cavity
  14. Upper arm bone
  15. Area where cranial bones have joined together

26 Clues: Thigh bone • Breastbone • Ankle bone • Wrist bone • Upper arm bone • Long shaft of bones • An extremity or end of bone • Medial bone of the lower leg • Larger bone of the lower arms • Lateral bone of the lower leg • Shoulder bone or shoulder blade • Bones that form the extremities • Lower arm bone on the thumb side • Air spaces in the bones of the skull • ...

The Skeletal System 2012-11-26

The Skeletal System crossword puzzle
Across
  1. A soft tissue made of jelly-like material.
  2. This functions forms these special cells for the body.
  3. __________ bone is light and flexible.
  4. This function keeps in minerals and nutrients to help nerves and muscles.
  5. ________ marrow is the site where red and white blood cells are produced.
  6. Strong elastic band that holds joints together.
  7. This function allows us to move.
  8. Hips and shoulders allow for movement in almost any direction.
  9. A sudden impact will cause a _________ joint.
  10. Two or more bones meet.
  11. ________ marrow stores fat.
  12. The living cells that deposit minerals.
  13. This joint closes and opens like a door.
Down
  1. Break of the bone.
  2. Disease that causes bone to become less dense.
  3. Supports, protects, and allow for movement.
  4. This function keeps internal organs safe.
  5. Joints swell or stiffen.
  6. Ankles and wrists are examples of a _______ joint.
  7. ________ bone is strong and dense.
  8. There are 206 of these in an adult human body.

21 Clues: Break of the bone. • Two or more bones meet. • Joints swell or stiffen. • ________ marrow stores fat. • This function allows us to move. • ________ bone is strong and dense. • __________ bone is light and flexible. • The living cells that deposit minerals. • This joint closes and opens like a door. • This function keeps internal organs safe. • ...

Bovine Skeletal System 2013-02-11

Bovine Skeletal System crossword puzzle
Across
  1. Bone between the shoulder and elbow joint
  2. Typically referred to as the "hook"
  3. The joint below the Dew Claw
  4. Bone below the carpal joint
  5. Joint between the humerus and the radius
  6. Set of vertebrate between the thoracic and sacral
  7. This set of vertebrate make up the neck
  8. This joint connects the tibia and metatarsus
  9. Joint in the hoof
  10. The joint attached to the ilium and ischium
  11. Joint below the skull
  12. One of the two bones between the tarsal and stifle joint
Down
  1. Bone structure encasing the brain
  2. Joint between the radius and the metacarpus
  3. Joint connecting the femur and the tibia
  4. The "shoulder blade" of the cow
  5. The joint in front of the Dew Claw
  6. Vertical bones on the side of the animal that protect the internal organs
  7. This set of vertebrate extends to form the tail
  8. Joint below the scapula
  9. Bone between the stifle and hip joint
  10. The second set of vertebrate from the skull
  11. Typically referred to as the "pin"
  12. Set of vertebrate before the coccygeal
  13. One of the two bones between the elbow joint and the carpal joint

25 Clues: Joint in the hoof • Joint below the skull • Joint below the scapula • Bone below the carpal joint • The joint below the Dew Claw • The "shoulder blade" of the cow • Bone structure encasing the brain • The joint in front of the Dew Claw • Typically referred to as the "pin" • Typically referred to as the "hook" • Bone between the stifle and hip joint • ...

Dog Skeletal System 2013-02-11

Dog Skeletal System crossword puzzle
Across
  1. Toe bone.
  2. A part of the body which supports and gives dogs a proper shape.
  3. Paw bone of the hind limb.
  4. External skeleton that supports and protects an animal's body.
  5. Structure found in many cold-blooded organisms and soft-bodied animals consisting of a fluid-filled cavity.
  6. Bones of the tail.
  7. Pelvic bone.
  8. One of two bones of the lower foreleg of a dog.
  9. Uppermost part of the rear leg of a dog.
  10. The bones forming the dorsal part of the dog.
  11. One of two bones of the lower foreleg of a dog.
  12. Shoulder bone.
Down
  1. Internal support structure of an animal
  2. Bone of the upper foreleg of a dog.
  3. Bones of the neck.
  4. One of two bones of the lower rear leg of a dog.
  5. Bone of the paw of the foreleg.
  6. One of two bones of the lower rear leg of a dog.
  7. Wrist bone.
  8. Heel bone.
  9. Cavity of the skull that contains the eye.
  10. Bony case of the brain.
  11. Bones of the ____ cage.

23 Clues: Toe bone. • Heel bone. • Wrist bone. • Pelvic bone. • Shoulder bone. • Bones of the neck. • Bones of the tail. • Bony case of the brain. • Bones of the ____ cage. • Paw bone of the hind limb. • Bone of the paw of the foreleg. • Bone of the upper foreleg of a dog. • Internal support structure of an animal • Uppermost part of the rear leg of a dog. • ...

Dog Skeletal System 2013-02-11

Dog Skeletal System crossword puzzle
Across
  1. Cavity of the skull that contains the eye.
  2. Wrist bone.
  3. Shoulder bone.
  4. Structure found in many cold-blooded organisms and soft-bodied animals consisting of a fluid-filled cavity.
  5. Bones of the tail.
  6. Internal support structure of an animal
  7. The bones forming the dorsal part of the dog.
  8. Bone of the paw of the foreleg.
  9. One of two bones of the lower foreleg of a dog.
  10. External skeleton that supports and protects an animal's body.
  11. One of two bones of the lower rear leg of a dog.
  12. Uppermost part of the rear leg of a dog.
Down
  1. One of two bones of the lower rear leg of a dog.
  2. Bones of the ____ cage.
  3. Toe bone.
  4. A part of the body which supports and gives dogs a proper shape.
  5. One of two bones of the lower foreleg of a dog.
  6. Bones of the neck.
  7. Bone of the upper foreleg of a dog.
  8. Paw bone of the hind limb.
  9. Heel bone.
  10. Pelvic bone.
  11. Bony case of the brain.

23 Clues: Toe bone. • Heel bone. • Wrist bone. • Pelvic bone. • Shoulder bone. • Bones of the neck. • Bones of the tail. • Bones of the ____ cage. • Bony case of the brain. • Paw bone of the hind limb. • Bone of the paw of the foreleg. • Bone of the upper foreleg of a dog. • Internal support structure of an animal • Uppermost part of the rear leg of a dog. • ...

The Skeletal System 2012-05-28

The Skeletal System crossword puzzle
Across
  1. this bone is above the humerus
  2. this bone is in the middle of your leg
  3. these bones are right above your feet
  4. this bone is below the elbow
  5. this bone is under the tibia
  6. this allows you to sit up straight
  7. this bone connects your hand to your arm
  8. this bone allows you to chew
  9. this bone is underneath your biceps
  10. this bone is atop your shoulders
  11. this bone marks the end of your spine
  12. this is a bone in your arm below the radius
Down
  1. this bone is under your quadriceps
  2. this bone is right next to the knee
  3. this bone is near the body part that allows you to smell
  4. you hold your pencil with these bones
  5. this bone is under the femur
  6. this protects your heart
  7. these bones are in your feet
  8. this bone allows you to bend your arm
  9. this bone is located near your hip
  10. this protects your brain
  11. the damage of this bone results in ____ tunnel syndrome

23 Clues: this protects your heart • this protects your brain • this bone is under the femur • this bone is below the elbow • this bone is under the tibia • these bones are in your feet • this bone allows you to chew • this bone is above the humerus • this bone is atop your shoulders • this bone is under your quadriceps • this allows you to sit up straight • ...

Skeletal System Jumble! 2014-01-09

Skeletal System Jumble! crossword puzzle
Across
  1. Forms lower sides of cranium.
  2. The forehead bone.
  3. The _______ bone separates the nasal cavity from the brain.
  4. These bones are located in the palm of your hand.
  5. The ______ is the tailbone.
  6. The long, curvy bone located at the roof of the neck.
  7. The longest/strongest bone in the body, between the pelvis and knee.
  8. The middle of the three ossicle bones found in the bone.
  9. The ________ _____ _______ extends horizontally along the lateral wall of the nasal cavity.
  10. The thinner bone in the arm with a thick bulge near the wrist.
  11. A small, hammer-shaped bone in the middle ear.
  12. The unpaired flat bone which forms the inferior and posterior part of the nasal septum.
  13. The long bone of the upper arm.
  14. The fingers and toes are called __________.
  15. The ______ _________ contains five vertebrae in the spinal column, superior to the sacrum.
  16. Forms the top side of the cranial cavity and is the prominent bulging bone frontal bone.
  17. The horseshoe-shaped bone between the mandible and upper part of the larynx.
  18. The bone in the arm distal to your thumb.
  19. This bone forms the posterior part of the cranial floor.
  20. This forms the back part of the shoulder connecting the arm to the trunk of the body.
  21. The two pairs of _____ ____ do not attach to the sternum at all.
  22. The lower jaw bone is the ________.
  23. Small bones that form upper part of bridge of the nose.
  24. A triangular bone made up of five fused vertebrae, superior to the coccyx.
  25. Behind the temporal line is the ________ bone and at the base of the occipital cavity.
Down
  1. The cup shaped bone containing a large crest.
  2. The section in the spinal column called the ________ _________ contain 12 vertebrae.
  3. The outer/thicker bone in the lower portion of the legs.
  4. Which ribs directly fasten to the sternum?
  5. The first cervical vertebrae that supports the head.
  6. These bones make up the wrist joint.
  7. The Skeletal System consists of the _____ and ____________ skeleton.
  8. The first section of the spinal column, containing the axis and atlas is the ________ _________.
  9. The knee-cap.
  10. Situated at the rear of the nasal cavity.
  11. Located right under the eyes and above the roots of the upper teeth, lying horizontally lateral to the nasal bone.
  12. The cheek bones.
  13. The inner/thinner bone in the lower portion of the legs.
  14. The ________ is behind the nasal bone.
  15. This bone is known as C2, which is directly inferior to the atlas.
  16. The vertebral column is made up of ____ sections.
  17. How many tarsals are on each foot?
  18. The true ribs connect to the _______.
  19. The smallest of the three bones found in the ear.
  20. Located in the most anterior portion of the pelvis.

45 Clues: The knee-cap. • The cheek bones. • The forehead bone. • The ______ is the tailbone. • Forms lower sides of cranium. • The long bone of the upper arm. • How many tarsals are on each foot? • The lower jaw bone is the ________. • These bones make up the wrist joint. • The true ribs connect to the _______. • The ________ is behind the nasal bone. • ...

The Skeletal System 2015-09-23

The Skeletal System crossword puzzle
Across
  1. Technical term for the ankle
  2. The collarbone
  3. Straight line through the physical body
  4. A tear in a ligament or the fibrous tissue that connects bones
  5. Bending or being bent
  6. The name of the bones that compose the spinal column
  7. The root word for neck
  8. The membrane covering the bone
  9. Disease of the cartilage
  10. The breast bone
  11. Movement toward the midline of the body
  12. Surgical removal of the bone
  13. Turning outward
  14. The root word for arm
Down
  1. A break without separation
  2. Tie bones together
  3. The root word for finger or toe
  4. Field of study that deals with joints and connective tissue disorders
  5. Comprises the sternum, manubrium of the sternum, ribs and coastal cartilage
  6. Bones that make up the fingers
  7. The shoulder blade
  8. The thigh bone

22 Clues: The collarbone • The thigh bone • The breast bone • Turning outward • Tie bones together • The shoulder blade • Bending or being bent • The root word for arm • The root word for neck • Disease of the cartilage • A break without separation • Technical term for the ankle • Surgical removal of the bone • The membrane covering the bone • Bones that make up the fingers • ...

The Skeletal System 2015-02-09

The Skeletal System crossword puzzle
Across
  1. fist
  2. binding
  3. junction
  4. bony
  5. nose
  6. humpback
  7. knee
  8. wrist
  9. thigh
Down
  1. neck
  2. head
  3. collarbone
  4. fingers
  5. arm
  6. joint
  7. stretch
  8. hip
  9. shoulderblade
  10. chest
  11. elbow

20 Clues: arm • hip • neck • head • fist • bony • nose • knee • joint • chest • wrist • elbow • thigh • fingers • stretch • binding • junction • humpback • collarbone • shoulderblade

The Skeletal System 2015-02-09

The Skeletal System crossword puzzle
Across
  1. thigh
  2. neck
  3. junction
  4. nose
  5. stretch
  6. knee
  7. binding
  8. shoulderblade
  9. humpback
  10. arm
  11. hip
Down
  1. wrist
  2. head
  3. fist
  4. bony
  5. chest
  6. fingers
  7. collarbone
  8. joint
  9. elbow

20 Clues: arm • hip • head • neck • fist • bony • nose • knee • thigh • wrist • chest • joint • elbow • stretch • fingers • binding • junction • humpback • collarbone • shoulderblade

The Skeletal System 2015-02-09

The Skeletal System crossword puzzle
Across
  1. the upper jaw bone
  2. the bones that make up the fingers and toes
  3. movement that brings the limb into a straight position
  4. a joint with little movement
  5. each end of a long bone
  6. collarbone
  7. the tissue that bone is made up of
Down
  1. the lower jaw bone
  2. the skeleton that includes the bones of the skull, chest, and spinal column
  3. a broken bone
  4. the places where bones come together
  5. most bones are covered with this membrane
  6. kneecap
  7. turning the palm or foot upward
  8. two bones that form the cheeks
  9. the shaft of a long bone
  10. fibrous membranes that join the cranial bones
  11. the Latin word for "shoulder"
  12. the number of bones in the wrist
  13. shoulder blade

20 Clues: kneecap • collarbone • a broken bone • shoulder blade • the upper jaw bone • the lower jaw bone • each end of a long bone • the shaft of a long bone • a joint with little movement • the Latin word for "shoulder" • two bones that form the cheeks • turning the palm or foot upward • the number of bones in the wrist • the tissue that bone is made up of • the places where bones come together • ...

The Skeletal System 2014-10-14

The Skeletal System crossword puzzle
Across
  1. This bone is paired with the radius in the forearm
  2. This classification of joint occurs between the short bones of the wrist
  3. The coccyx is attached to this bone
  4. A type of bone that commonly protects vital organs
  5. Another name for fingers and toes
  6. This type of bone is cube shaped
  7. Most anterior cranial bone
  8. Made up of the bones along the median plan
  9. An example of a sesamoid bone
  10. A slightly moveable joint
  11. Produced within the bones
  12. The strongest bone in the body
  13. The sitting bones of the pelvis
  14. A categorized joint only found in the thumb
Down
  1. This bone pivots over the axis(C2)
  2. Bones work in partnership with muscles to create this
  3. These ribs are not directly attached to the sternum
  4. Made up of the bones of the limbs and their roots
  5. The freely moveable joints, most common in the body
  6. This portion of the spine contains 12 vertebrae
  7. A reduced ball and socket in the radiocarpal joint
  8. A broken bone
  9. The funniest bone in the body

23 Clues: A broken bone • A slightly moveable joint • Produced within the bones • Most anterior cranial bone • An example of a sesamoid bone • The funniest bone in the body • The strongest bone in the body • The sitting bones of the pelvis • This type of bone is cube shaped • Another name for fingers and toes • This bone pivots over the axis(C2) • The coccyx is attached to this bone • ...

The Skeletal System 2016-02-10

The Skeletal System crossword puzzle
Across
  1. the skeleton of the head, consisting of the cranium and the mandible.
  2. The broad upper division of the sternum with which the clavicle and first two ribs articulate.
  3. a large flat bone formed by the fusion of the ilium, ischium, and pubis.
  4. A bone of the leg situated between the pelvis and knee in humans. It is the largest and strongest bone in the body.
  5. the bone of the upper arm, extending from shoulder to elbow.
  6. One of a series of long curved bones occurring in 12 pairs in humans and extending from the spine to or toward the sternum.
  7. The seven segments of the vertebral column located in the neck.
  8. A small triangular bone at the base of the spinal column in humans and other apes, consisting of several fused rudimentary vertebrae. Also called tailbone.
  9. A bone between the lumbar vertebrae and tail vertebrae, composed of five fused vertebrae that form the posterior pelvic wall.
  10. The outer and narrower of two bones of the human lower leg, extending from the knee to the ankle.
  11. the bones of the fingers and toes.
  12. Either of two slender bones in humans that extend from the manubrium of the sternum to the acromion of the scapula. Also called collarbone.
  13. A flat triangular bone located at the front of the knee joint. Also called kneecap.
  14. the flat triangular bone in the back of the shoulder; the "shoulder blade"
Down
  1. The vertebrae located between the lowest ribs and the pelvic girdle in all vertebrates.
  2. The quadrangular bone at the back of the tarsus. Also called heel bone.
  3. The vertebrae associated with the chest and ribs in vertebrates
  4. A long flat bone in most vertebrates that is situated along the ventral midline of the thorax and articulates with the ribs.
  5. The smallest and lowest of the three divisions of the human sternum, which is cartilaginous in early life but usually ossifies by adulthood.
  6. the inner and larger bone of the forearm, on the side opposite the thumb.

20 Clues: the bones of the fingers and toes. • the bone of the upper arm, extending from shoulder to elbow. • The vertebrae associated with the chest and ribs in vertebrates • The seven segments of the vertebral column located in the neck. • the skeleton of the head, consisting of the cranium and the mandible. • ...

The Skeletal System 2016-09-12

The Skeletal System crossword puzzle
Across
  1. humpback
  2. connective tissue
  3. process lower end of sternum
  4. bending a joint
  5. surgical repair of joint
  6. below but attached to the femur
  7. lower jaw bone
  8. bone is crushed
  9. where bones come together
  10. wrist bone
  11. tear in a ligament
Down
  1. chest
  2. curvature of the spine
  3. flat bone in the chest
  4. fingers
  5. break without separation
  6. heel bone
  7. caused by twisting injury
  8. to form bone
  9. surgical cutting of the bone
  10. middle

21 Clues: chest • middle • fingers • humpback • heel bone • wrist bone • to form bone • lower jaw bone • bending a joint • bone is crushed • connective tissue • tear in a ligament • curvature of the spine • flat bone in the chest • break without separation • surgical repair of joint • caused by twisting injury • where bones come together • process lower end of sternum • surgical cutting of the bone • ...

Skeletal System Crossword 2016-10-12

Skeletal System Crossword crossword puzzle
Across
  1. the end of the long bone
  2. a break in the bone
  3. cells involved in resorption of bone tissue
  4. fibrous tissue covering the bone
  5. the production of blood cells and platelets in bone marrow
  6. degenerative joint disease
  7. act of increasing the angle between two bones
  8. partially moveable joint
  9. loss of calcium in bone, causing brittleness
  10. causes bones to soften due to lack of Vitamin D
  11. movement away from midline or axis of body
  12. hunchback, humped curvature in spinal column
Down
  1. skeleton of head and trunk
  2. forward curvature of lumbar region of spine
  3. act of decreasing the angle between two bones
  4. layer of cartilage separating adjacent vertebrae in spine
  5. moveable joints
  6. bone cancer
  7. inflammation of bone
  8. shaft of long bone
  9. movement of part of body or limb towards the midline of body
  10. lining of the medullary cavity in the long bone
  11. cell that secretes matrix for bone formation
  12. lateral curvature of the spine
  13. allows a bone to move around a central axis

25 Clues: bone cancer • moveable joints • shaft of long bone • a break in the bone • inflammation of bone • the end of the long bone • partially moveable joint • skeleton of head and trunk • degenerative joint disease • lateral curvature of the spine • fibrous tissue covering the bone • movement away from midline or axis of body • forward curvature of lumbar region of spine • ...

The Skeletal System 2023-10-18

The Skeletal System crossword puzzle
Across
  1. The bone of the forehead
  2. The bone of your upper arm
  3. Another word for the shoulder blade
  4. The bone of your shin
  5. Another word for the tail bone
  6. These are the bones in your fingers and toes
  7. This bone is located behind the tibia
  8. This bone looks like a neck tie and is connected to ribs
  9. These bones protect the spinal cord
  10. The bone above the tail bone
  11. Bones of your hand
  12. The bone located above the jaw bone
  13. These bones have a possibility to break in the process of CPR
  14. Another word for the knee cap
  15. Bones of the foot
Down
  1. On the thumb side of the arm
  2. The bones of the ankle
  3. Bone the covers the back of your head
  4. Another word for the collarbone
  5. Another word for the cheek bone
  6. You use this bone to chew your food
  7. The longest and strongest bone
  8. Bone that protects the brain
  9. Bone that covers the temple
  10. Bones of the wrist
  11. On the pinky side of your arm
  12. The bone in the nose

27 Clues: Bones of the foot • Bones of your hand • Bones of the wrist • The bone in the nose • The bone of your shin • The bones of the ankle • The bone of the forehead • The bone of your upper arm • Bone that covers the temple • On the thumb side of the arm • Bone that protects the brain • The bone above the tail bone • On the pinky side of your arm • Another word for the knee cap • ...

VN02 Skeletal System 2023-11-15

VN02 Skeletal System crossword puzzle
Across
  1. denoting a normal shaped skull size and width
  2. the skull, vertebrae and ribs
  3. they provide bone with strength
  4. the most cranial structures of the pelvic bone
  5. cells that help to remodel bone
  6. for example, the elbow joint
  7. found at the distal end of the femur that communicate with the tibial plateau
  8. the region between the elbow and carpus
  9. the type of tissue that bone is made up of
  10. towards the head
  11. the first long bone of the forelimb
  12. a perpendicular plane through the long axis of the body, head and limbs
  13. to bend towards the body or 'close' a joint
Down
  1. a joint that allows a wide range of movement
  2. found distal to the carpus in dogs and cats
  3. cells that produce bone around the collagen matrix
  4. the lateral bone of the cranium that also houses the bullae
  5. the correct number of thoracic vertebrae found in canines
  6. ossification where cartilage is replaced by bone to form the growing skeleton
  7. the correct term for 'spongy bone' found beneath the cortex
  8. the correct term for a joint
  9. towards the nose
  10. towards the tail
  11. the bone that holds the incisors in place

24 Clues: towards the nose • towards the tail • towards the head • for example, the elbow joint • the correct term for a joint • the skull, vertebrae and ribs • they provide bone with strength • cells that help to remodel bone • the first long bone of the forelimb • the region between the elbow and carpus • the bone that holds the incisors in place • ...

Skeletal System Vocab 2023-11-13

Skeletal System Vocab crossword puzzle
Across
  1. Maintenance workers of the bone, they regulate bone growth
  2. The primary shaft of a long bone
  3. Ex. Carpals, tarsals
  4. The dense area of bone surrounding the spongy bone, made of osteons
  5. The ends of a long bone
  6. Openings in a bone ex. Foramen magnum where the spinal cord enters the skull
  7. A joint with limited movement ex. Between cranial bones
  8. The skull, the vertebral column and the ribcage
  9. Builders of the bone, they build bone and then mature into osteocytes
  10. Ex. Femur, humerus, tibia, ulna
  11. Demolition workers of the bone, they break down and remodel bone
Down
  1. The honeycomb center of a bone to keep the bone lightweight
  2. The cartilage between joints to cushion between bones
  3. A joint with some flexibility ex. Between vertebrae
  4. The shoulder and pelvic girdles, the upper and lower limbs
  5. Ex. Vertebrae, facial bones
  6. A joint with a lot of movement ex. Shoulder, knee, hip, fingers
  7. Ex. Pelvis, sternum, scapula, frontal
  8. The line between bones on the skull to hold bones together
  9. A space between a bone in an infant or fetus
  10. A bony projection where muscles attach to the bone

21 Clues: Ex. Carpals, tarsals • The ends of a long bone • Ex. Vertebrae, facial bones • Ex. Femur, humerus, tibia, ulna • The primary shaft of a long bone • Ex. Pelvis, sternum, scapula, frontal • A space between a bone in an infant or fetus • The skull, the vertebral column and the ribcage • A bony projection where muscles attach to the bone • ...

Skeletal System Recap 2024-01-29

Skeletal System Recap crossword puzzle
Across
  1. A function of the skeletal system - it holds your organs in place
  2. Bones in the feet
  3. 12 pairs exist in the body to protect your lungs and heart
  4. A joint angle decreasing
  5. Known as the collarbone
  6. Type of bone that protects vital organs
  7. Main support of the body
  8. 4 vertebrae bones fused
  9. Movement of sole to the midline
  10. Longest bone in the body
  11. Production of blood cells
  12. A synovial joint that moves in one direction - similar to a door opening
  13. The most freely moveable joint
  14. Protects the reproductive system
  15. 32 of these type of bones exist
  16. The jaw bone
Down
  1. Shoulder Blade
  2. A type of joint that is immoveable
  3. Turning of the forearm and hand so it's facing up
  4. A type of bone that is unique or different
  5. Forearm bone in line with your thumb
  6. Move of the head of a bone in a circular position
  7. Protects the brain
  8. The knee cap
  9. Bones of the hand
  10. A joint angle increasing
  11. Movement of the shoulders towards the head
  12. The eye socket
  13. When a muscle contracts, it pulls on a bone causing
  14. Safety for vital organs

30 Clues: The knee cap • The jaw bone • Shoulder Blade • The eye socket • Bones in the feet • Bones of the hand • Protects the brain • Known as the collarbone • 4 vertebrae bones fused • Safety for vital organs • A joint angle decreasing • Main support of the body • Longest bone in the body • A joint angle increasing • Production of blood cells • The most freely moveable joint • ...

Skeletal & Muscular System 2023-12-06

Skeletal & Muscular System crossword puzzle
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  1. Allows rotation to the neck and head but the rotation is limited
  2. Shrink in size
  3. Able to shorten
  4. Forms the walls of the heart
  5. Shoulder also raises arms
  6. Bone thinning disease
  7. Upper Arm bone
  8. Connects muscle to bone
  9. Fingers and toes
  10. Contracts Automatically
  11. Able to Stretch
  12. Hard bone tissue
  13. Upper leg bone also biggest bone in body
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  1. Bone breaks
  2. Formation of the bone
  3. Forms the walls of the internal muscle
  4. Joint between bones also movement in one plane or direction
  5. Bones that are longer than they are wider like the femur
  6. An injury when bones are stretched too far and tear
  7. Allows a Muscle to return to its original shape
  8. Muscle contracts when you want it to move
  9. Protects lungs and heart and is also a type of meat
  10. Upper back and Neck also use to pull your self up

23 Clues: Bone breaks • Shrink in size • Upper Arm bone • Able to shorten • Able to Stretch • Fingers and toes • Hard bone tissue • Formation of the bone • Bone thinning disease • Connects muscle to bone • Contracts Automatically • Shoulder also raises arms • Forms the walls of the heart • Forms the walls of the internal muscle • Upper leg bone also biggest bone in body • ...

1C Skeletal System 2024-01-10

1C Skeletal System crossword puzzle
Across
  1. vertebrae type that has 5 bones in total
  2. Two ends of a long bone
  3. bone that has 4 fused segments and is a part of the vertebral column
  4. bone laid down in concentric layers, also called cortical bone
  5. cartilaginous plate located at the junction of the shaft and end of the long bone
  6. the interpubic disc has this type of cartilage
  7. bone located in tendons
  8. bone expanded into 1 plane
  9. shaft of a long bone
  10. The embryo and epiphyseal discs are examples of this type of cartilage
  11. the epiglottis and auricle of the ear are examples of this type of cartilage
Down
  1. vertebrae type that has 12 bones in total
  2. cavity running the length of the shaft that mainly contains yellow marrow
  3. thin layer of hyaline cartilage covering the articular surface of each end of the long bone
  4. spongy bone tissue located at junction of shaft and epiphyseal disc
  5. bone that does not fit into any of the other 3 categories
  6. Bone in which the length exceeds the width, characterized by the medullary canal
  7. thin, cellular layer lining the medullary layer and cavities of spongy bone
  8. bone that has 5 fused segments and is a part of the vertebral column
  9. vertebrae type that has 7 bones in total
  10. connects together the 2 bones and completely encircles the joint
  11. bone in which the length equals the width
  12. connective tissue sheath composed of 2 layers

23 Clues: shaft of a long bone • Two ends of a long bone • bone located in tendons • bone expanded into 1 plane • vertebrae type that has 5 bones in total • vertebrae type that has 7 bones in total • vertebrae type that has 12 bones in total • bone in which the length equals the width • connective tissue sheath composed of 2 layers • the interpubic disc has this type of cartilage • ...

The Skeletal System 2023-03-01

The Skeletal System crossword puzzle
Across
  1. triangular bone connected to the pelvis
  2. Bone that form the head
  3. The smaller of the two bones in the lower leg
  4. Known as shoulder blades
  5. top area of the vertebrae
  6. Small foot bones
  7. Known as the collarbone
  8. Known as fingers
  9. Facial Bones of the face
  10. Forearm bone that lines up with the thumb
  11. Middle area of the vertebrae
  12. The lower area of the vertebrae
Down
  1. Connected to the pelvis & considered longest/strongest bone
  2. located between upper & lower leg bones
  3. small bone connected to the sacrum
  4. Forearm bone that lines up with the pinky
  5. Upper arm bone connected to the scapula
  6. five bones of the hand
  7. The larger of the two bones in the lower leg
  8. Toes
  9. five bones of the foot
  10. wrist bones
  11. The Jaw bone

23 Clues: Toes • wrist bones • The Jaw bone • Small foot bones • Known as fingers • five bones of the hand • five bones of the foot • Bone that form the head • Known as the collarbone • Known as shoulder blades • Facial Bones of the face • top area of the vertebrae • Middle area of the vertebrae • The lower area of the vertebrae • small bone connected to the sacrum • ...

Skeletal System 2 2023-02-14

Skeletal System 2 crossword puzzle
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  1. Bone does not break all the way through the bone
  2. lower jaw, only moveable bone on the skull
  3. Osteogenesis imperfecta is the scientific name for ____ bone
  4. Middle back Vertebrae
  5. Tailbone
  6. Another name for cartilaginous joints
  7. Zygomatic bones
  8. Another name for synarthrotic joints
  9. Soft spots on baby skulls
  10. Sides above the ear
  11. There are how many types of diarthrotic joints
  12. Type of suture between the temporal and parietal
  13. Forms the lower back of the head
  14. Type of suture between the parietal and frontal bones
  15. muscle to bone
  16. Sutures, fixed joints
  17. Butterfly shape within the cranium
  18. Type of suture that divides the parietal bones from left to right
  19. Each side of the top of skull
  20. Thumb joint is an example
Down
  1. Anterior portion- forehead of the skull
  2. Bone breaks internally into two pieces
  3. Another name for synovial joints
  4. L1-L5
  5. Bone breaks through the skin
  6. Type of suture between the parietal and occipital
  7. Example of elbow or knee joint
  8. Bone to bone
  9. Severe arthritis of the spine
  10. Neck and the Radius & Ulna joint are examples of this
  11. Vertebrae and ____ are types of Amphiarthrotic
  12. How many pairs of ribs do most people have?
  13. Neck vertebrae
  14. bone cancer
  15. forms upper jaw
  16. where the lower arms meet the carpals
  17. Bone shattering fracture

37 Clues: L1-L5 • Tailbone • bone cancer • Bone to bone • Neck vertebrae • muscle to bone • Zygomatic bones • forms upper jaw • Sides above the ear • Middle back Vertebrae • Sutures, fixed joints • Bone shattering fracture • Soft spots on baby skulls • Thumb joint is an example • Bone breaks through the skin • Severe arthritis of the spine • Each side of the top of skull • Example of elbow or knee joint • ...

The skeletal system 2024-03-19

The skeletal system crossword puzzle
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  1. lowest region of the backbone
  2. mineral needed for bone development and formation
  3. disorder due to loss of collagen from the bone
  4. function of the skeletal system
  5. scientific word for shoulder blade
  6. connects muscle to bone
  7. scientific word for collar bone
  8. disorder due to inflammation of a joint
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  1. basic design of limb ending in 5 digits
  2. bone forming cells
  3. another word for a freely moveable joint
  4. connects bone to bone
  5. joint type at skull
  6. scientific word for knee
  7. bone digesting cells
  8. joint type at elbow
  9. type of bone marrow which produces blood cells
  10. type of bone for strength & flexibility
  11. type of muscle that contracts slowly and slow to tire
  12. top 7 ribs

20 Clues: top 7 ribs • bone forming cells • joint type at skull • joint type at elbow • bone digesting cells • connects bone to bone • connects muscle to bone • scientific word for knee • lowest region of the backbone • function of the skeletal system • scientific word for collar bone • scientific word for shoulder blade • basic design of limb ending in 5 digits • ...

Skeletal System Crossword 2024-10-17

Skeletal System Crossword crossword puzzle
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  1. Works as a shock absorber
  2. Acts as a cushion to ease movement
  3. Curved, bent
  4. The total displacement of a bone from its joint
  5. Polymyalgia rheumatica
  6. X-ray
  7. Loosening, setting free
  8. Osteoarthritis
  9. Osteoporosis
  10. Red forms blood cells, yellow forms fat
  11. The partial displacement of a bone from its joint
Down
  1. Closed reduction
  2. Skull
  3. A specialist in care for the feet
  4. Abnormal curvature of the spine
  5. To bind, tie together
  6. Partial knee replacement
  7. Rib
  8. nuclear imaging test
  9. Areas where two or more bones join together
  10. Spinal cord, bone marrow
  11. Fracture
  12. Singular noun ending
  13. Osteoporosis

24 Clues: Rib • Skull • X-ray • Fracture • Curved, bent • Osteoporosis • Osteoporosis • Osteoarthritis • Closed reduction • nuclear imaging test • Singular noun ending • To bind, tie together • Polymyalgia rheumatica • Loosening, setting free • Partial knee replacement • Spinal cord, bone marrow • Works as a shock absorber • Abnormal curvature of the spine • A specialist in care for the feet • ...

Skeletal System Crossword 2024-10-17

Skeletal System Crossword crossword puzzle
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  1. a bending movement around a joint in a limb (as the knee or elbow) that decreases the angle between the bones of the limb at the joint
  2. plane that divides the body into left and right sections
  3. plane that divides the body into superior and inferior sections
  4. joint in which a ball moves within a socket so as to allow rotary motion in every direction within certain limits
  5. plane that divides the body into anterior and posterior sections
  6. joints that permit rotatory movement of bones, around a single axis
  7. rotation of the forearm and hand so that the palm faces forward or upward
  8. the decreased angle between the dorsal side of the body part and the bone or bones that are proximal to the body
  9. a rotational movement of the forearm that results in the palm facing posteriorly
  10. type of joint that allows movements on two planes–flexion or extension and abduction or adduction
Down
  1. the stretching of a fractured or dislocated limb so as to restore it to its natural position
  2. that limits the range of motion and exists where the bones have flat or slightly curved articulating surfaces
  3. ___________ movement
  4. rotation toward from the center of the body
  5. joint that consists of an oval, convex-shaped condyle of one bone articulating with an elliptical, concave cavity of another bone
  6. rotation away from the center of the body
  7. provides _______
  8. another word for coronal plane
  9. type of joint where it allows motion primarily in one plane
  10. produces _____ cells

20 Clues: provides _______ • ___________ movement • produces _____ cells • another word for coronal plane • rotation away from the center of the body • rotation toward from the center of the body • plane that divides the body into left and right sections • type of joint where it allows motion primarily in one plane • plane that divides the body into superior and inferior sections • ...

Muscular/Skeletal system 2022-12-12

Muscular/Skeletal system crossword puzzle
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  1. moving away from midline
  2. facial bones and vertebrae
  3. bone resting atop another bone, permitting free movement
  4. moving toward midline
  5. bone formation and hardening
  6. replacing old bone with new bone
  7. shaft of a long bone
  8. malignant tumor
  9. inflammation of a joint
  10. tissue that connects muscle to bone
Down
  1. lack of muscle tone
  2. surgical replacement of a joint
  3. auto-immune disease where the body attacks its own joint cells
  4. lateral curvature of the spine
  5. small fluid-filled sacs that reduce friction between moving parts in your body's joints
  6. increasing the angle between two bones
  7. decreasing the angle between two bones
  8. movement at joint in one direction, like a door
  9. abnormal inward curvature of the lumbar spine
  10. pulling or overstretching a muscle
  11. joints

21 Clues: joints • malignant tumor • lack of muscle tone • shaft of a long bone • moving toward midline • inflammation of a joint • moving away from midline • facial bones and vertebrae • bone formation and hardening • lateral curvature of the spine • surgical replacement of a joint • replacing old bone with new bone • pulling or overstretching a muscle • tissue that connects muscle to bone • ...

Skeletal System Terminology 2023-01-20

Skeletal System Terminology crossword puzzle
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  1. PERTAINING TO THE UPPER AND LOWER LIMBS
  2. JOINT, FREELY MOVABLE JOINT
  3. CAVITY, HOLLOW CHAMBER FOUND IN THE SHAFT OF A LONG BONE
  4. BONE FORMING CELL
  5. PERTAINING TO THE HEAD NECK AND TRUNK
  6. SHAFT CONTAING YELLOW MARROW
  7. PROCESS OF BLOOD CELL FORMATION
  8. FLUID FILLED SAC ASSOCIATED WITH SYNOVIAL JOINTS
  9. MARROW, FATTY CONNECTIVE TISSUE FOUND IN THE BONE
  10. BONE, SITE OF RED BLOOD CELL PRODUCTION
  11. ENDS OF THE LONG BONE
  12. CARTILAGE, PART OF THE BONE WRAPPED WITH HYALINE CARTILAGE
  13. BONY PLATES (ARCH) FOUND IN SPONGY BONE
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  1. SALT BUILD UP IN SOFT TISSUE CAUSING HARDNESS
  2. BONE, POROUS HONEYCOMB LIKE STRUCTURE AND IS TYPICALLY FOUND AT THE ENDS OF LONG BONES
  3. DISK, LAST REMAINING PART OF CARTILAGE FOUND IN THE BONE
  4. A FIBROUS TISSUE COVERING THE BONE
  5. MATURE BONE CELL FOUND IN LACUNAE
  6. MICROSCOPE CANALS CONNECTING LACUNAE
  7. CELL RESPONSIBLE FOR BREAKING DOWN BONE
  8. PROCESS IN WHICH CARTILAGE TURNS INTO BONE
  9. BONE, BONE TISSUE WITH FEW GAPS

22 Clues: BONE FORMING CELL • ENDS OF THE LONG BONE • JOINT, FREELY MOVABLE JOINT • SHAFT CONTAING YELLOW MARROW • PROCESS OF BLOOD CELL FORMATION • BONE, BONE TISSUE WITH FEW GAPS • MATURE BONE CELL FOUND IN LACUNAE • A FIBROUS TISSUE COVERING THE BONE • MICROSCOPE CANALS CONNECTING LACUNAE • PERTAINING TO THE HEAD NECK AND TRUNK • PERTAINING TO THE UPPER AND LOWER LIMBS • ...

The Skeletal System 2023-02-08

The Skeletal System crossword puzzle
Across
  1. This mineral is the most well-known mineral stored in bone and has many essential biological functions.
  2. This is one of the hormones that regulate the activity of bone cells.
  3. You would find this type of cell in the lacunae within bone.
  4. This term refers to the bony spicules that make up the structure of spongy bone.
  5. This type of bone is unique in that it contains spaces for air or sinuses that interface with the atmosphere.
  6. Blood cell production occurs in the _____.
  7. The ratio of calcium to this mineral in bone is important to consider when formulating a diet for animals.
  8. The femur is an example of this type of bone.
  9. You would find a _____ bone in the knee joint.
  10. The sternum and ribs are part of the _____ skeleton.
  11. These are laminated tubes present in a compact bone that house vasculature and nerves.
  12. This type of ossification is characterized by the secretion of osteoid by osteoblasts followed by the formation of bone.
  13. _____ bone is the denser type of bone tissue that makes up the majority of the skeleton.
  14. The scapula is an example of this type of bone.
Down
  1. Bones are considered a ______ tissue.
  2. ____ bone is characterized by a porous network composed of spicules that houses marrow.
  3. These cells would increase in activity if a bone is fractured.
  4. These cells erode developed bone in the endosteum.
  5. This term refers to the fibrous membrane covering the surface of a bone.
  6. This word describes the vertebrae found in the chest region.
  7. This type of ossification is characterized by the deposition of bone on and within a hyaline cartilage model.
  8. The humerus is an example of a bone found in the _____ skeleton.

22 Clues: Bones are considered a ______ tissue. • Blood cell production occurs in the _____. • The femur is an example of this type of bone. • You would find a _____ bone in the knee joint. • The scapula is an example of this type of bone. • These cells erode developed bone in the endosteum. • The sternum and ribs are part of the _____ skeleton. • ...

The Skeletal System 2022-09-30

The Skeletal System crossword puzzle
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  1. outer covering of bone
  2. stem cells
  3. cartilage cells
  4. osteocyte hole
  5. hormone that lowers blood calcium
  6. little pillars of compact bone
  7. cell that maintains matrix
  8. structural support of spongy bone
  9. hormone that raises blood calcium
  10. growth on the outer edge
  11. type of bone remodeled in 10 years
  12. bone formation
  13. little canals connecting osteocytes
  14. cartilage wrapping
  15. found in intervertebral discs
  16. contained in medullary cavity
  17. active cell in osteoporosis
Down
  1. shaft of bone
  2. end of bone
  3. cartilage in the epiglottis
  4. type of bone remodeled in 3-5 years
  5. organic component of bone
  6. flat bone sandwich
  7. hardening of calcium deposits
  8. cell that deposit matrix
  9. ossification of long bones
  10. growth from within
  11. most common protein fiber in bone
  12. ossification of flat bone
  13. glassy looking cartilage

30 Clues: stem cells • end of bone • shaft of bone • osteocyte hole • bone formation • cartilage cells • flat bone sandwich • growth from within • cartilage wrapping • outer covering of bone • cell that deposit matrix • growth on the outer edge • glassy looking cartilage • organic component of bone • ossification of flat bone • ossification of long bones • cell that maintains matrix • ...

The Skeletal System 2022-09-07

The Skeletal System crossword puzzle
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  1. required for bone hardness
  2. joint which cannot move, fibrous tissue joins the bone
  3. lining of the marrow cavity which contains osteoblasts and osteoclasts
  4. synthesized by skin and required for absorption of calcium in the intesting
  5. marrow located in epiphysis of long bones where hematopoiesis occurs
  6. cells responsible for producing new connective tissue
  7. slightly moveable joint, cartilage joins bone
  8. "soft spots" where the skull hasn't fused together
  9. cells responsible for resorption or breaking down of bone tissue
  10. shaft of long bone
  11. bone tissue is removed by osteoclasts and osteoblasts
  12. landmark required to administer injection into deltoid muscle
  13. landmark required to administer injection in vastus lateralis or ventrogluteal muscles
  14. foot moves down at the ankle, toes point down
Down
  1. movement which occurs away from body midline
  2. membrane covering the bone comprised of dense irregular connective tissue
  3. tip of sternum made of cartilage, landmark for CPR
  4. comprised of 26 bones in the adult
  5. movement when the palm faces up
  6. ends of long bone, irregular in shape, where growth plates are located
  7. freely moveable joints, most common in human body, also known as synovial joints as they contain synovial fluid for lubrication
  8. movement when the palm faces down
  9. foot moves up at the ankle, toes point up
  10. cells responsible for building bone tissue
  11. movement which occurs toward body midline
  12. opening in base of skull where spinal cord attaches to the brain
  13. location on sternum overlying where trachea splits
  14. cells responsible for producing new hyaline cartilage

28 Clues: shaft of long bone • required for bone hardness • movement when the palm faces up • movement when the palm faces down • comprised of 26 bones in the adult • foot moves up at the ankle, toes point up • movement which occurs toward body midline • cells responsible for building bone tissue • movement which occurs away from body midline • ...

The Skeletal System 2022-09-15

The Skeletal System crossword puzzle
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  1. Outside layer of bone
  2. 12 pairs of bones
  3. Forms the forehead
  4. Thighbone
  5. Elbows, knees, and hips
  6. U shaped bone at the base of the tongue
  7. Protective coating over the bones that allows the muscles to slide over them without friction, contains blood vessels
  8. In the center of the bone, produces blood cells
  9. Larger of 2 bones that form the lower leg
  10. The study of bones
  11. 2 bones of the upper jaw
  12. Smaller, outside bone of the lower leg
  13. Smaller bone of the forearm
  14. Collarbone
  15. Inner, larger bone of the forearm
  16. Hindmost bone of the skull
  17. Forms the kneecap
  18. 2 bones form the bridge of the nose
  19. 2 bones form the sides of the head in the ear area
  20. Shoulder blade
  21. Connects 2 or more bones together
  22. Lower jaw
  23. 5 long and slender bones, similar to metacarpals
  24. Inside layer of bone
Down
  1. Holds muscle to bone
  2. 2 bones that make up the cheeks
  3. 7 bones at the top of the vertebral column
  4. Joins the facial bones and cranium together
  5. Wrist, flexible joint
  6. Breastbone
  7. Pelvis and skull
  8. Bones of the fingers and toes
  9. Known as the chest
  10. 5 bones that form the palm of the hand
  11. Light spongy bone between the eye sockets
  12. Lubricates and cushions joints
  13. Made of 26 bones
  14. Hold 2 bones together
  15. 2 bones at the front inner wall of the eye sockets
  16. 2 bones the form the sides and crown of the skull
  17. An oval case that protects the brain
  18. Ankle bone
  19. Uppermost, largest bone of the arm
  20. Tissue at the end of bones
  21. Make up the foot close to the heel

45 Clues: Thighbone • Lower jaw • Breastbone • Collarbone • Ankle bone • Shoulder blade • Pelvis and skull • Made of 26 bones • 12 pairs of bones • Forms the kneecap • Forms the forehead • Known as the chest • The study of bones • Holds muscle to bone • Inside layer of bone • Outside layer of bone • Wrist, flexible joint • Hold 2 bones together • Elbows, knees, and hips • 2 bones of the upper jaw • ...

The Skeletal System 2022-09-30

The Skeletal System crossword puzzle
Across
  1. One of the lower leg bones
  2. Bone in the neck
  3. Bone at the back of the skull
  4. Finger bones
  5. Ankle bones
  6. Hand bones
  7. small cartilaginous part of the lower sternum
  8. Upper leg bone
  9. Collar bone
  10. Bone at the base of the spine
  11. Heel bones
  12. Upper arm bone
  13. Cheek bones
  14. Part of the thigh bone
Down
  1. Foot bones
  2. Uppermost part of the pelvis
  3. One of the lower leg bones
  4. One of the lower arm bones
  5. Toe bones
  6. Forward portion of the hip bones
  7. Front bone of the skull
  8. Bones that make up the spine
  9. Bone that ribs attach to
  10. Kneecap
  11. Tail bone
  12. Bones that enclose the chest cavity
  13. Bone that covers the brain
  14. Chin bones
  15. Lower and back part of the hip bone
  16. One of the lower arm bones
  17. Part of the pelvis that can be divided into two parts

31 Clues: Kneecap • Toe bones • Tail bone • Foot bones • Hand bones • Chin bones • Heel bones • Ankle bones • Collar bone • Cheek bones • Finger bones • Upper leg bone • Upper arm bone • Bone in the neck • Part of the thigh bone • Front bone of the skull • Bone that ribs attach to • One of the lower leg bones • One of the lower leg bones • One of the lower arm bones • Bone that covers the brain • ...

Skeletal System Vocabulary 2023-09-20

Skeletal System Vocabulary crossword puzzle
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  1. _____ cavity; filled with yellow bone marrow
  2. ____ and fibula lower leg bones
  3. the protein fiber that provides bone their flexibility and strength
  4. cartilage cells
  5. radius and ____ forearm bones
  6. upper arm bones
  7. protects your thoracic cavity
  8. feet bones
  9. type of bone, ex vertebrae
  10. role of skeleton, keeps organs safe
  11. shoulder bone
  12. type of bone, ex femur
  13. type of bone tissue that has spaces filled with bone marrow, holes
  14. knee bone
  15. bone forming cells that secrete calcified ground substance
  16. bone killing cells that break down bone for remodeling, growth, or repair
Down
  1. shaft of bone
  2. finger bones
  3. thigh bone
  4. chest bone
  5. role of skeleton, makes red blood cells
  6. the mineral that gives bone their strength and hardness
  7. wrist bones
  8. _____ cartilage covers the epiphysis at joints
  9. type of bone, ex wrist bones
  10. type of bone, ex skull
  11. your hip and waist bones
  12. bone cell in a calcified matrix
  13. end of the bone, made with spongy bony tissue
  14. type of bone tissue that is strong, osteons arranged in circles called lamellae

30 Clues: knee bone • thigh bone • chest bone • feet bones • wrist bones • finger bones • shaft of bone • shoulder bone • cartilage cells • upper arm bones • type of bone, ex femur • type of bone, ex skull • your hip and waist bones • type of bone, ex vertebrae • type of bone, ex wrist bones • radius and ____ forearm bones • protects your thoracic cavity • ____ and fibula lower leg bones • ...

Skeletal System Crossword 2023-09-20

Skeletal System Crossword crossword puzzle
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  1. open space where osteocytes live
  2. the calcium salt in bones
  3. a disease by excessive growth hormone production
  4. cylinders in compact bone
  5. a multinuleated bone cell
  6. a hormone secreted by thyroid gland
  7. bone cell builders
  8. the gland that secretes growth hormone
  9. end of a bone
  10. provide flexibility to bones
  11. network in spongy bone
Down
  1. the gland that secretes PTH
  2. the second most abundant mineral in bones
  3. spongy bone
  4. shaft of a long bone
  5. a blood clot where bone is broken
  6. the process of cartilage turning to bone
  7. bring nutrients to bone cells
  8. a disease that bone density is low
  9. outside of all bones

20 Clues: spongy bone • end of a bone • bone cell builders • shaft of a long bone • outside of all bones • network in spongy bone • the calcium salt in bones • cylinders in compact bone • a multinuleated bone cell • the gland that secretes PTH • provide flexibility to bones • bring nutrients to bone cells • open space where osteocytes live • a blood clot where bone is broken • ...

The Skeletal System 2022-11-21

The Skeletal System crossword puzzle
Across
  1. C1 bone
  2. Skull bone known as the forehead
  3. soft spots on a baby's head
  4. Joint movement away from body
  5. Shape of bone the ribs are
  6. Cell that breaks down bone
  7. Bone that makes shoulder girdle w/ scapula
  8. Fracture only seen in children
  9. Bone with trochanters
  10. Type of joint for elbow
  11. Suture that connects the occipital bone
Down
  1. Superior part of sternum
  2. Area of bone growth
  3. Classification of skeleton w/ arms + legs
  4. Hole in skull for spine
  5. One unit of bone/Haversian system
  6. Fluid sacks in joints
  7. Joint type of sutures
  8. Area where femur attaches to pelvis
  9. Shaft of a bone

20 Clues: C1 bone • Shaft of a bone • Area of bone growth • Fluid sacks in joints • Joint type of sutures • Bone with trochanters • Hole in skull for spine • Type of joint for elbow • Superior part of sternum • Shape of bone the ribs are • Cell that breaks down bone • soft spots on a baby's head • Joint movement away from body • Fracture only seen in children • Skull bone known as the forehead • ...

skeletal system crossword 2022-05-18

skeletal system crossword crossword puzzle
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  1. bone that connects breast plate to the shoulder
  2. firm flexible connective tissue
  3. the breast plate
  4. one of the bones that makes up the forearm
  5. triangular bone at the base of the spine the bones that make up the back
  6. small cube shaped bones
  7. vertebrae in the lower back
  8. when the bones become very weak
  9. outer of the two bones in the leg
  10. the tissue that connects bone to muscle
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  1. tough elastic tissue around the joints
  2. the neck
  3. largest bone in the arm
  4. the horizontal curve of the spine
  5. the bone that forms the upper jaw
  6. the upper part of the pelvis
  7. bones that make up the back
  8. largest bone in the human skull
  9. longest hardest bone in the body
  10. the framework for the body

20 Clues: the neck • the breast plate • largest bone in the arm • small cube shaped bones • the framework for the body • bones that make up the back • vertebrae in the lower back • the upper part of the pelvis • firm flexible connective tissue • largest bone in the human skull • when the bones become very weak • longest hardest bone in the body • the horizontal curve of the spine • ...

skeletal system crossword 2022-05-18

skeletal system crossword crossword puzzle
Across
  1. bone that connects breast plate to the shoulder
  2. firm flexible connective tissue
  3. the breast plate
  4. one of the bones that makes up the forearm
  5. triangular bone at the base of the spine the bones that make up the back
  6. small cube shaped bones
  7. vertebrae in the lower back
  8. when the bones become very weak
  9. outer of the two bones in the leg
  10. the tissue that connects bone to muscle
Down
  1. tough elastic tissue around the joints
  2. the neck
  3. largest bone in the arm
  4. the horizontal curve of the spine
  5. the bone that forms the upper jaw
  6. the upper part of the pelvis
  7. bones that make up the back
  8. largest bone in the human skull
  9. longest hardest bone in the body
  10. the framework for the body

20 Clues: the neck • the breast plate • largest bone in the arm • small cube shaped bones • the framework for the body • bones that make up the back • vertebrae in the lower back • the upper part of the pelvis • firm flexible connective tissue • largest bone in the human skull • when the bones become very weak • longest hardest bone in the body • the horizontal curve of the spine • ...

skeletal system crossword 2022-05-18

skeletal system crossword crossword puzzle
Across
  1. bone that connects breast plate to the shoulder
  2. firm flexible connective tissue
  3. the breast plate
  4. one of the bones that makes up the forearm
  5. triangular bone at the base of the spine the bones that make up the back
  6. small cube shaped bones
  7. vertebrae in the lower back
  8. when the bones become very weak
  9. outer of the two bones in the leg
  10. the tissue that connects bone to muscle
Down
  1. tough elastic tissue around the joints
  2. the neck
  3. largest bone in the arm
  4. the horizontal curve of the spine
  5. the bone that forms the upper jaw
  6. the upper part of the pelvis
  7. bones that make up the back
  8. largest bone in the human skull
  9. longest hardest bone in the body
  10. the framework for the body

20 Clues: the neck • the breast plate • largest bone in the arm • small cube shaped bones • the framework for the body • bones that make up the back • vertebrae in the lower back • the upper part of the pelvis • firm flexible connective tissue • largest bone in the human skull • when the bones become very weak • longest hardest bone in the body • the horizontal curve of the spine • ...

skeletal system crossword 2022-05-18

skeletal system crossword crossword puzzle
Across
  1. bone that connects breast plate to the shoulder
  2. firm flexible connective tissue
  3. the breast plate
  4. one of the bones that makes up the forearm
  5. triangular bone at the base of the spine the bones that make up the back
  6. small cube shaped bones
  7. vertebrae in the lower back
  8. when the bones become very weak
  9. outer of the two bones in the leg
  10. the tissue that connects bone to muscle
Down
  1. tough elastic tissue around the joints
  2. the neck
  3. largest bone in the arm
  4. the horizontal curve of the spine
  5. the bone that forms the upper jaw
  6. the upper part of the pelvis
  7. bones that make up the back
  8. largest bone in the human skull
  9. longest hardest bone in the body
  10. the framework for the body

20 Clues: the neck • the breast plate • largest bone in the arm • small cube shaped bones • the framework for the body • bones that make up the back • vertebrae in the lower back • the upper part of the pelvis • firm flexible connective tissue • largest bone in the human skull • when the bones become very weak • longest hardest bone in the body • the horizontal curve of the spine • ...

Skeletal System Recap 2024-09-23

Skeletal System Recap crossword puzzle
Across
  1. Function of skeleton that ribs provide
  2. Thicker bone in the shin
  3. Longest bone in the body, located in the thigh
  4. Type of bone that's function is to protect
  5. Movement bringing toes up towards the sky
  6. Movement increasing the angle of the joint
  7. Anatomical name for the shoulder blade
  8. Type of joint that only allows flexion and extension
  9. Smaller of the two bones in the forearm
  10. Movement bringing limb toward midline of body
  11. Movement making palms face forward/upwards
  12. Anatomical name for the collar bone
  13. Larger of the two bones in the forearm
  14. Type of synovial joint, found in wrist
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  1. Similar to Ball & Socket joint, found in fingers
  2. Bone positioned in the middle of chest
  3. Type of synovial joint found in the neck
  4. Movement making palms face down
  5. Bone in the upper arm
  6. Type of synovial joint found in the thumb
  7. Also known as Fixed Joints, no movement occurs
  8. Movement decreasing the angle of the joint
  9. Type of bone, patella is the only example
  10. Movement of being on tip toes
  11. Movement taking limb away from midline of body

25 Clues: Bone in the upper arm • Thicker bone in the shin • Movement of being on tip toes • Movement making palms face down • Anatomical name for the collar bone • Bone positioned in the middle of chest • Function of skeleton that ribs provide • Anatomical name for the shoulder blade • Larger of the two bones in the forearm • Type of synovial joint, found in wrist • ...

Skeletal System Crossword 2024-10-23

Skeletal System Crossword crossword puzzle
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  1. Another name for the growth plate
  2. Example of this joint is your elbow and knee
  3. A disease that is triggered by red meat, seafood and sugary drinks
  4. Type of bone that surrounds central canal
  5. Example of this bone is the femur
  6. Part of the body that is commonly injured playing sports like basketball
  7. A disorder that is caused by a vitamin D deficiency, the bone bends
  8. Bones that are most commonly found in the spinal cord
  9. Outer layer of bone made of tough connective tissue
  10. Slightly moveable joints held together by cartilage
  11. Type of fracture that is a break straight across the bone
  12. Spine curvature that causes an S shape
  13. Joint found in neck
  14. Spine curvature that is sometimes referred to as Swayback
  15. freely moveable joints
  16. This word is used to describe joint pain
  17. Long shaft of bone
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  1. stores fat
  2. Part of the bone that is filled with bone marrow
  3. One of the functions of the skeletal system
  4. The vitamin that is needed for a healthy skeletal system
  5. This type of arthritis is an autoimmune disorder
  6. Top and bottom part of the bone
  7. Your thumb is an example of this joint
  8. This joint is found in your hip and shoulder
  9. Type of fracture where the bone bends
  10. Another name for Cancellous bone
  11. Joint found in your tarsal bones
  12. This joint is most commonly found in your wrist
  13. Immovabale joints (found in the skull)
  14. Type of cartilage that covers the epiphysis
  15. Spine curvature that causes a hunch back

32 Clues: stores fat • Long shaft of bone • Joint found in neck • freely moveable joints • Top and bottom part of the bone • Another name for Cancellous bone • Joint found in your tarsal bones • Another name for the growth plate • Example of this bone is the femur • Type of fracture where the bone bends • Your thumb is an example of this joint • Spine curvature that causes an S shape • ...

Skeletal system crossword 2025-02-10

Skeletal system crossword crossword puzzle
Across
  1. Joint pain or inflammation
  2. Bones of the hand between the wrist and fingers
  3. Inflammation of the vertebrae
  4. Surgical opening of the skull
  5. Refers to the arm
  6. Refering to the femur (thigh bone)
  7. Refers to the sacrum (lower spine)
  8. A type of cancer in connective tissue
  9. Pertaining to the fingers or toes
  10. Surgical repair of the fibula (calf bone)
  11. Stiffness or fusion of a joint
  12. Inflammation of a joint
  13. Pain in the ribs
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  1. Pertaining to the clavicle (collarbone)
  2. Inflammation of a bursa (fluid-filled sac in joints)
  3. Upper arm bone
  4. Refers to the wrist
  5. Pain in the ball of the foot
  6. Excessive outward curve of the spine (hunchback)
  7. Foot pain
  8. Pain in the lower back
  9. Refering to the kneecap
  10. Abnormal sideways curve of the spine
  11. Disease of the spinal cord or bone marrow
  12. Pertaining to the scapula (shoulder blade)
  13. Related to bones, joints, and muscles
  14. Inflammation of cartilage
  15. Excessive inward curve of the spine (swayback)
  16. Pertaining to the radius (forearm bone)
  17. Pertaining to the neck

30 Clues: Foot pain • Upper arm bone • Pain in the ribs • Refers to the arm • Refers to the wrist • Pain in the lower back • Pertaining to the neck • Refering to the kneecap • Inflammation of a joint • Inflammation of cartilage • Joint pain or inflammation • Pain in the ball of the foot • Inflammation of the vertebrae • Surgical opening of the skull • Stiffness or fusion of a joint • ...

Axial Skeletal System 2024-11-07

Axial Skeletal System crossword puzzle
Across
  1. The tail bone
  2. Cheekbones(facial bones)
  3. Base of the spine/ Gluteal region
  4. Lower Jaw(facial bones)
  5. Immune support & Sense of smell(facial)
  6. Controls hearing (by the ears)(cranial)
  7. Inside eye socket(facial bones)
  8. bones Hard pallet area (facial bones)
  9. Cage The true part of this connects to the sternum
  10. inferior nasal septum(facial bones)
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  1. Curved outward (spinal region)
  2. Lower skull/ Connects to the spine(cranial)
  3. Neck (spinal region)
  4. What shapes the top of your head (cranial)
  5. Lower back / Thickest part of the spine
  6. Forms the forehead(Facial)
  7. Supports Ribs/ protects media.(spinal region)
  8. Behind eyes (very inferior)(cranial)
  9. Soft pallet(facial bones)
  10. Bones Bridge of the nose(facial bones)
  11. Medial wall of eye socket(facial bones)

21 Clues: The tail bone • Neck (spinal region) • Lower Jaw(facial bones) • Cheekbones(facial bones) • Soft pallet(facial bones) • Forms the forehead(Facial) • Curved outward (spinal region) • Inside eye socket(facial bones) • Base of the spine/ Gluteal region • inferior nasal septum(facial bones) • Behind eyes (very inferior)(cranial) • bones Hard pallet area (facial bones) • ...

Skeletal System Terminology 2025-05-14

Skeletal System Terminology crossword puzzle
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  1. Instrument used to view inside a joint
  2. Broken bone
  3. Softening of bones caused by deficiency of calcium.
  4. Complete fracture that is straight across bone at right angles to long axis of bone
  5. Tumor, usually benign, that forms in cartilage
  6. Base of big toe
  7. Occurs when bones in a joint are displaced from normal alignment
  8. Orthopedic appliance, such as brace or splint, used to prevent or correct deformities
  9. General term for bone disease
  10. X-ray record of spinal column after injection of opaque dye
  11. Softening of cartilage
  12. Surgical removal of synovial membrane
  13. Abnormal lateral curvature of spine
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  1. Fracture in which there is no open skin wound
  2. Joint pain
  3. Instrument used to cut bone
  4. Bony, outward projection from surface of a bone.
  5. Partial or complete removal of a limb
  6. Bone pain
  7. Branch of medicine specializing in diagnosis and treatment of conditions of musculoskeletal system

20 Clues: Bone pain • Joint pain • Broken bone • Base of big toe • Softening of cartilage • Instrument used to cut bone • General term for bone disease • Abnormal lateral curvature of spine • Partial or complete removal of a limb • Surgical removal of synovial membrane • Instrument used to view inside a joint • Fracture in which there is no open skin wound • ...

The Skeletal System 2025-05-05

The Skeletal System crossword puzzle
Across
  1. ribs 1-7
  2. very bottom of spine, connected to the sacrum
  3. first 7 vertebrae
  4. this part of the skull makes up majority of the back of your head
  5. third bone in your ear
  6. below the atlas
  7. your bottom jaw bone
  8. your top jaw bone
  9. the bone under the parietal in your skull
  10. last 5 vertebrae
  11. true ribs are connected to this part of your chest
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  1. the bone that separates your 2 nostrils
  2. the bone that makes up your forehead
  3. second bone in your ear
  4. ribs 8-10
  5. on top of axis
  6. on top of the ischium bone
  7. below the pubis bone
  8. ribs 11-12
  9. your nose bone
  10. bone in the front of your neck
  11. middle 12 vertebrae
  12. middle part of your pelvis
  13. first bone in your ear
  14. largest part of your pelvis

25 Clues: ribs 1-7 • ribs 8-10 • ribs 11-12 • on top of axis • your nose bone • below the atlas • last 5 vertebrae • first 7 vertebrae • your top jaw bone • middle 12 vertebrae • below the pubis bone • your bottom jaw bone • third bone in your ear • first bone in your ear • second bone in your ear • on top of the ischium bone • middle part of your pelvis • largest part of your pelvis • ...

Skeletal System Vocabulary 2024-12-10

Skeletal System Vocabulary crossword puzzle
Across
  1. internal skeleton
  2. the act of leaving one location through a barrier (ie: Permanent teeth through gums)
  3. bone structure which has an animal walking on its toes and not placing weight on the heels of the foot (e.g., cat, dog and walking birds)
  4. an animal which does not possess a backbone
  5. location where two bones meet
  6. an animal which stands on two feet; includes the kangaroo, the human and almost all bird species
  7. the bones that make up the shoulders, fore limbs, pelvis and hindlimbs,whose primary purposes are for movement and locomotion
  8. teeth in the back of the mouth, specifically used for grinding
  9. connective tissues which connect muscles to bones at a joint (When the muscle contracts,the tendon pulls the bone in the direction of the contraction.)
  10. teeth that will remain for the majority of the life of the animal
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  1. framework of bone, cartilage and other non-bending materials in a body
  2. a type of locomotion or gait in which only the tips of the digits touch the ground and remainder of the foot is off the ground; the gait of ungulates, like horses and cows (Odd-toed examples: horses and rhinos; even-toed examples: cattle, pigs and deer)
  3. front teeth on the upper and lower jaw
  4. an animal which possesses a backbone
  5. external skeleton
  6. falling down or falling out, in regards to dental work; non-permanent teeth
  7. the bones of the head and trunk, including the vertebrae and ribs, whose primary purpose is for protection of internal organs
  8. part of the body housing the digestive organs
  9. majorityure of an animal that walks on soles of its feet (e.g., human and bear)
  10. strong band of connective tissue which connects bone to other bone at joint
  11. an animal which stands on four feet; includes cattle, sheep, dogs, cats and themajority of animal species
  12. the body part housing the heart and lungs; located between the neck and diaphragm

22 Clues: internal skeleton • external skeleton • location where two bones meet • an animal which possesses a backbone • front teeth on the upper and lower jaw • an animal which does not possess a backbone • part of the body housing the digestive organs • teeth in the back of the mouth, specifically used for grinding • ...

Human skeletal system 2025-08-18

Human skeletal system crossword puzzle
Across
  1. bone present in our heel
  2. thinnest bone in our lower leg
  3. soft bones
  4. it is the smallest bone
  5. it protects our spinal core
  6. muscles Muscles which work on their own
  7. it holds our bones in place
  8. gives shape to the body
  9. it protects our brain
  10. bones present in our upper jaw
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  1. it is U-shaped
  2. it connets our bones to muscles
  3. bones present in our spine
  4. bones present in our fingers and toes
  5. bones present in our lower jaw
  6. it protects our heart and our l
  7. muscles Muscles which are controlled by us
  8. point where two bones meet
  9. marrow where blood cells are made
  10. it is the strongest bone

20 Clues: soft bones • it is U-shaped • it protects our brain • it is the smallest bone • gives shape to the body • bone present in our heel • it is the strongest bone • bones present in our spine • point where two bones meet • it protects our spinal core • it holds our bones in place • thinnest bone in our lower leg • bones present in our lower jaw • bones present in our upper jaw • ...

Skeletal System Terms 2025-09-12

Skeletal System Terms crossword puzzle
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  1. Dense, hard bone tissue that forms the walls of the diaphysis and the outer layer of the epiphyses, providing strength
  2. Back of the head (base of skull)
  3. The neck
  4. Back of the knee
  5. Porous bone tissue found in the epiphyses and some other bones, containing red bone marrow
  6. Thigh
  7. Front of the knee (kneecap)
  8. Bone stem cells
  9. The cheek or mouth cavity
  10. Anterior surface of the elbow
  11. Eye socket (bony cavity)
  12. Groin
  13. Nose
  14. Region of the trunk inferior to the ribs
  15. Mouth
  16. Ankle region
  17. The hip
  18. Spinal column
  19. The armpit region
  20. The rounded end of a long bone
  21. Buttocks
  22. Supports, lubricates, and cushions joints by providing a resilient, low-friction surface that resists compression and tension
  23. The head
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  1. Abundant bone cells making up bone matrix
  2. Basin-like area between hip bones
  3. Upper arm, from shoulder to elbow
  4. The wrist
  5. Bone resorption cells
  6. The long, hollow shaft in the middle of a long bone.
  7. Base of the spine
  8. Bone reforming cells
  9. Navel region/ belly button
  10. Area of back near shoulder blades
  11. Fingers or toes
  12. Lower back
  13. Between neck and abdomen, aka chest
  14. Back of the elbow
  15. The heel of the foot
  16. Central part of chest

39 Clues: Nose • Thigh • Groin • Mouth • The hip • The neck • Buttocks • The head • The wrist • Lower back • Ankle region • Spinal column • Bone stem cells • Fingers or toes • Back of the knee • Base of the spine • Back of the elbow • The armpit region • Bone reforming cells • The heel of the foot • Bone resorption cells • Central part of chest • Eye socket (bony cavity) • The cheek or mouth cavity • Navel region/ belly button • ...

Skeletal System Crossword 2025-10-17

Skeletal System Crossword crossword puzzle
Across
  1. the partial displacement of a bone from its joint
  2. vertebrae,vertebarl column,backbone
  3. areas where two or more bones join together
  4. a specialist in the care of feet
  5. x-ray
  6. abnormal softening of cartilage
  7. bone density testing
  8. inflammation of a bursa
  9. connect bone to bone
  10. the visual examination of the internal structure of a joint
  11. the total displacement of a bone from its joint
  12. skull
  13. a fibrous sac that acts as a cushion to ease movement in areas that are subject to friction
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  1. abnormal increase in the outward curvature of the thoracic spine as viewed from the side
  2. abnormal increase in the forward curvature of the lumbar spine
  3. the loss,or absence,of mobility in a joint due to disease,injury,or surgical procedure
  4. fracture
  5. abnormal lateral curvature of the spine
  6. stiffness,bent,crooked
  7. rheumatoid arthritis
  8. polymyalgia rheumatoid arthritis
  9. inflammation of a joint
  10. joint
  11. partial knee replacement
  12. physician who specializes in the study and treatment of arthritis characterized by inflammation in the joints and connective tissues
  13. total hip arthroplasty
  14. rib
  15. bent,hump
  16. spinal cord,bone marrow
  17. curve,swayback,bent
  18. curved,bent
  19. osteoarthritis
  20. osteoporosis
  21. total knee arthroplasty
  22. closed reduction
  23. singular noun ending

36 Clues: rib • x-ray • joint • skull • fracture • bent,hump • curved,bent • osteoporosis • osteoarthritis • closed reduction • curve,swayback,bent • rheumatoid arthritis • bone density testing • connect bone to bone • singular noun ending • stiffness,bent,crooked • total hip arthroplasty • inflammation of a joint • inflammation of a bursa • spinal cord,bone marrow • total knee arthroplasty • partial knee replacement • ...

Skeletal System Crossword 2025-11-06

Skeletal System Crossword crossword puzzle
Across
  1. The fourteen bones of the fingers
  2. A tough covering of dense connective tissue
  3. A specialized type of soft connective tissue
  4. Small, bony chambers
  5. Have long longitudinal axes and expanded ends.
  6. Wrist bones
  7. What the hip bones, the sacrum, and the coccyx form
  8. Most of the bones in the skeleton
  9. Have roughly equal lengths and widths.
  10. Articulates with another bone
  11. Branching bony plates that makes up the spongy bone
  12. Have a variety of shapes, and most are connected to several other bones.
  13. Thigh Bone
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  1. The flat bones of the skull
  2. A hollow chamber
  3. Tightly packed tissue, composes the wall of the diaphysis
  4. Platelike structures with broad surfaces, such as the ribs, and some bones of the skull.
  5. A special type of short bone
  6. The formation of bone
  7. Form concentric circles around central canals
  8. Knee Cap
  9. Arm bone
  10. Five bones of the palm
  11. A hand
  12. A layer of hyaline cartilage, that coats the other surface of the articulating portion of the epiphysis

25 Clues: A hand • Knee Cap • Arm bone • Thigh Bone • Wrist bones • A hollow chamber • Small, bony chambers • The formation of bone • Five bones of the palm • The flat bones of the skull • A special type of short bone • Articulates with another bone • The fourteen bones of the fingers • Most of the bones in the skeleton • Have roughly equal lengths and widths. • ...

Skeletal System Crossword 2025-12-16

Skeletal System Crossword crossword puzzle
Across
  1. Kneecap bone
  2. The socket where the femur inserts into the pelvis
  3. Condition where soft tissue turns to bone (abbreviation)
  4. Condition causing brittle bones due to vitamin D deficiency
  5. Type of rib that does not attach to the sternum
  6. Lateral curvature of the spine
  7. Immovable joints between skull bones
  8. Bone cells that break down bone tissue
  9. Another name for the tailbone
  10. Membrane that covers the outer surface of a bone
  11. Another name for "soft spots" in an infant's skull
  12. The bone in the lower leg that bears weight
  13. Autoimmune disease causing joint stiffness and deformity (two words, no space)
  14. Mature bone cells trapped in lacunae
  15. The breastbone
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  1. Collarbone
  2. "Powerhouse" cell that builds bone tissue
  3. Dense, hard type of bone tissue
  4. The central shaft of a long bone
  5. Bone of the upper arm
  6. The medical term for blood cell formation
  7. Bone that forms the forehead
  8. The end portion of a long bone
  9. The large heel bone
  10. Porous, lightweight bone tissue found in epiphyses
  11. The opening in the skull where the spinal cord passes (two words, no space)
  12. Common bone cancer affecting young adults
  13. The process by which cartilage turns into bone
  14. A freely movable joint like the knee or elbow

29 Clues: Collarbone • Kneecap bone • The breastbone • The large heel bone • Bone of the upper arm • Bone that forms the forehead • Another name for the tailbone • Lateral curvature of the spine • The end portion of a long bone • Dense, hard type of bone tissue • The central shaft of a long bone • Immovable joints between skull bones • Mature bone cells trapped in lacunae • ...

Skeletal System - 105.5 2026-02-10

Skeletal System - 105.5 crossword puzzle
Across
  1. small, long bone on the thumb side of the lower arm or forearm
  2. forms the back of the skull; indenting above the nape area
  3. 5 long, thin bones that form the palm of the hand
  4. smallest 2 bones of the facial skeleton; form the front part of the inner-bottom wall of the eye socket
  5. 7 bones that make up the mid-foot and rear foot
  6. the spongy bone between the eyes that forms part of the nasal cavity
  7. 7 bones that form the top part of the spinal column; often lightly massaged during a facial
  8. thighbone; longest bone in the body
  9. kneecap; sits over the front of the knee joint
  10. shoulder blade; large, flat bone extending upward from the middle of the back, on the right and left side, to the joint, wheere it attaches to the clavicle
  11. outer and narrower of the 2 lower leg bones, extending from the knee to the ankle
  12. lower jaw and the largest and strongest bone of the facial skeleton
  13. small, long bone on the little-finger side of the lower arm
  14. breastbone; long, narrow, flat plate that forms the center of the front of the chest
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  1. 2 bones located on either side of the head, directly above the ears and below the parietal bones
  2. 2 bones that form the crown and upper sides of the head
  3. 2 bones that form the upper cheek and the bottom of the eye socket; most fragile
  4. 12 vertebrae in the chest region that form the central region of the spine
  5. shinbone; inner and larger of the 2 lower leg bones, extending from the knee to the ankle
  6. 2 bones of the upper jaw
  7. largest bones of the upper arm; extends from the elbow to the shoulder
  8. 14 bones that form the digits or fingers
  9. U-shaped bone at the base of the tongue; supports the muscles of the tounge
  10. wide as they are long; found in the wrist and elbows and provide support and stability with limited movement
  11. extends from the top of the eyes to the top of the head to form the forehead
  12. 8 small bones held together by ligaments to form the wrist
  13. collarnbone;two long flat bones which run across the front of the shoulder to link the bone to the humerus
  14. small, round bones embedded in the tendons; protects tendons from stress and wear
  15. ankle bone; sits above the heel bone and forms the lower part of the lower part of the ankle

29 Clues: 2 bones of the upper jaw • thighbone; longest bone in the body • 14 bones that form the digits or fingers • kneecap; sits over the front of the knee joint • 7 bones that make up the mid-foot and rear foot • 5 long, thin bones that form the palm of the hand • 2 bones that form the crown and upper sides of the head • ...

The skeletal system 2026-05-23

The skeletal system crossword puzzle
Across
  1. — The eight small bones that make up the wrist.
  2. — The lateral bone of the forearm, located on the thumb side.
  3. — The breastbone located in the middle of the chest.
  4. — The section of the skull that encloses and protects the brain.
  5. — The stirrup-shaped bone in the middle ear; it is the smallest bone in the body.
  6. — The bones that make up the fingers and toes.
  7. — Firm, flexible connective tissue that cushions the ends of bones at joints.
  8. — The thigh bone; it is the longest, heaviest, and strongest bone in the human body.
  9. — The basin-shaped complex of bones that connects the trunk to the legs.
Down
  1. — The individual interlocking bones that form the spinal column.
  2. — An immovable joint found only between the flat bones of the skull.
  3. — Commonly known as the collarbone, it links the scapula to the sternum.
  4. — The upper jawbone that holds the upper teeth in place.
  5. — A mature bone cell that maintains the daily activities of bone tissue.
  6. — The medical term for the shoulder blade.
  7. — Strong, fibrous connective tissue that connects bone to bone at a joint.
  8. — The soft tissue inside bone cavities where blood cells are produced.
  9. — A tough band of fibrous connective tissue that connects muscle to bone.
  10. — The cage-like structure of bones that protects the heart and lungs.
  11. — The medical term for the kneecap, which protects the knee joint.

20 Clues: â€” The medical term for the shoulder blade. • — The bones that make up the fingers and toes. • — The eight small bones that make up the wrist. • — The breastbone located in the middle of the chest. • — The upper jawbone that holds the upper teeth in place. • — The lateral bone of the forearm, located on the thumb side. • ...

Skeletal-Muscular System 2026-06-01

Skeletal-Muscular System crossword puzzle
Across
  1. Muscle at the back of the thigh that bends the knee.
  2. The arm muscle.
  3. The big toe.
  4. The shoulder blade.
  5. The finger and toe bones.
  6. The chest bones.
  7. The thighbone.
  8. The jawbone.
  9. The outer forearm bone.
  10. The thigh muscle.
  11. The chewers.
  12. The backbone segments.
  13. small bone at the bottom of the spine.
  14. The wrist bones.
  15. The back arm muscle.
  16. The shinbone.
  17. head bone
  18. The chest muscles.
  19. The forearm bone.
  20. The breastbone.
Down
  1. The hipbone.
  2. keepcape bone
  3. The calf bone.
  4. Deltoids
  5. The taste muscle.
  6. The skull bone.
  7. The collarbone.
  8. The rump muscle.
  9. The kneecap.
  10. The central support structure of your body
  11. The stomach muscles.
  12. The funny Bone.
  13. The ankle bones.

33 Clues: Deltoids • head bone • The hipbone. • The big toe. • The jawbone. • The kneecap. • The chewers. • keepcape bone • The shinbone. • The calf bone. • The thighbone. • The arm muscle. • The skull bone. • The collarbone. • The funny Bone. • The breastbone. • The chest bones. • The rump muscle. • The wrist bones. • The ankle bones. • The taste muscle. • The thigh muscle. • The forearm bone. • The chest muscles. • ...

Skeletal Muscular System 2026-06-01

Skeletal Muscular System crossword puzzle
Across
  1. Kneecap bone (nutella)
  2. Similar to 1
  3. Gluten Free
  4. Inside your mouth
  5. Chicken legs
  6. You need one to live
  7. Feel the Burn
  8. Thigh Bone
  9. Quad Bike
  10. Muscle at the back of thigh
Down
  1. Fix the ____ on your shirt.
  2. Head Bone
  3. Poor Elouise
  4. You chew with them
  5. Its near your cheek
  6. Eating pork ____ taste yummy!
  7. In your arm
  8. Funny Bone
  9. Six Pack
  10. Baby Cow

20 Clues: Six Pack • Baby Cow • Head Bone • Quad Bike • Funny Bone • Thigh Bone • Gluten Free • In your arm • Poor Elouise • Similar to 1 • Chicken legs • Feel the Burn • Inside your mouth • You chew with them • Its near your cheek • You need one to live • Kneecap bone (nutella) • Fix the ____ on your shirt. • Muscle at the back of thigh • Eating pork ____ taste yummy!

The Skeletal System 2026-06-01

The Skeletal System crossword puzzle
Across
  1. A group of organs working together to carry out a major body function.
  2. Type of joint that allows movement in one direction, such as the knee or elbow.
  3. The framework of bones that supports the body.
  4. Smallest living units that make up all organisms.
  5. Small bones that make up the spine.
  6. A structure made of different tissues working together.
  7. A place where two or more bones meet.
  8. A group of similar cells working together to perform a function.
  9. Tough tissue that connects muscle to bone.
Down
  1. Smooth, flexible tissue that covers the ends of bones at joints.
  2. One function of the skeleton that helps the body keep its shape.
  3. Soft tissue inside bones where blood cells are produced.
  4. Tissue that contracts to produce movement.
  5. Hard structures that form the framework of the body.
  6. Function of the skeleton that works with muscles to allow the body to move.
  7. The longest and strongest bone in the human body.
  8. Strong tissue that connects bone to bone.
  9. Function of the skeleton that shields vital organs such as the brain and heart.
  10. Group of bones that protects the heart and lungs.
  11. Bone structure that protects the brain.

20 Clues: Small bones that make up the spine. • A place where two or more bones meet. • Bone structure that protects the brain. • Strong tissue that connects bone to bone. • Tissue that contracts to produce movement. • Tough tissue that connects muscle to bone. • The framework of bones that supports the body. • The longest and strongest bone in the human body. • ...

Human Body Vocab 2014-08-26

Human Body Vocab crossword puzzle
Across
  1. a layer of cells usually enclosing around something
  2. the system that breaks down food
  3. major structures are skin, nails, and hair
  4. the system that removes waste from the body
Down
  1. the system that is made up of bones
  2. the system that fights disease
  3. the system that produces an offspring
  4. major structures are,skeletal,smooth,and cardiac muscle tissues
  5. the system that transports nutrients, wastes, and gases
  6. tiny units that are the simple building blocks of living things
  7. the system that regulates behavior
  8. a group of bodily organs that together carry on one or more vital functions
  9. a part of a person, plant, or animal that consists of cells and tissue

13 Clues: the system that fights disease • the system that breaks down food • the system that regulates behavior • the system that is made up of bones • the system that produces an offspring • major structures are skin, nails, and hair • the system that removes waste from the body • a layer of cells usually enclosing around something • ...

Q1 review. 2024-10-04

Q1 review. crossword puzzle
Across
  1. Modifies, sorts, and packages proteins
  2. System that Removes waste products and excess substances from the body
  3. Transport The movement of molecules across a cell membrane using energy
  4. Break down waste materials and cellular debris
  5. The amount of a substance in a given volume or area
  6. Small structures responsible for making protein
  7. System that Controls and coordinates body activities
  8. System that Responsible for taking in oxygen and removing carbon dioxide
  9. Process by which molecules move from an area of higher concentration to an area of lower concentration
  10. System that Works with the skeletal system to enable movement
Down
  1. The control center of the cell that contains
  2. System that Includes the skin, hair, and nails, protecting the body from external damage
  3. System that Provides structure and support for the body
  4. Known as the "powerhouse" of the cell. Makes ATP
  5. System that Breaks down food into nutrients that the body can use for energy
  6. Movement of molecules across a cell membrane without the need for energy
  7. Membranes involved in transport
  8. The diffusion of water molecules across a selectively permeable membrane

18 Clues: Membranes involved in transport • Modifies, sorts, and packages proteins • The control center of the cell that contains • Break down waste materials and cellular debris • Small structures responsible for making protein • Known as the "powerhouse" of the cell. Makes ATP • The amount of a substance in a given volume or area • ...

Skeletal System Pathologies 2016-05-31

Skeletal System Pathologies crossword puzzle
Across
  1. Uric acid buildup; usually presents as inflammation in big toe
  2. Inflammation of bursa with fluid buildup
  3. Shattered fracture
  4. Inflammation of bursa of the big toe
  5. Loss of bone density
  6. Fracture with open skin
  7. Fracture goes across the bone
  8. Wrist fracture
  9. Inflammation of joints
  10. Inflammation of bone caused by bacteria (contraindicated)
  11. Protrusion of intervertebral disc
  12. Fracture with break on one side only
Down
  1. Lumbar curvature, "swayback"
  2. Partial dislocation of bone at joint
  3. Simple fracture
  4. Breakdown of cartilage at synovial joints
  5. Degenerative joint disorder
  6. Dislocation
  7. Displacement of bone from normal location
  8. Injury to ligaments; few fibers to complete rupture

20 Clues: Dislocation • Wrist fracture • Simple fracture • Shattered fracture • Loss of bone density • Inflammation of joints • Fracture with open skin • Degenerative joint disorder • Lumbar curvature, "swayback" • Fracture goes across the bone • Protrusion of intervertebral disc • Partial dislocation of bone at joint • Inflammation of bursa of the big toe • Fracture with break on one side only • ...

Skeletal System Crosssword 2016-09-13

Skeletal System Crosssword crossword puzzle
Across
  1. cartilage
  2. collarbone
  3. movement
  4. wrist
  5. immovable
  6. inward
  7. joint
  8. heel
  9. tumor
  10. knee
  11. shin
Down
  1. thorax
  2. fingers
  3. swayback
  4. spine
  5. stabilize
  6. ribs
  7. break
  8. straight-line
  9. softening

20 Clues: ribs • heel • knee • shin • spine • wrist • break • joint • tumor • thorax • inward • fingers • swayback • movement • cartilage • stabilize • immovable • softening • collarbone • straight-line

Skeletal System Crossword 2016-09-19

Skeletal System Crossword crossword puzzle
Across
  1. chest
  2. one of the three bones fused together to form the hip bone
  3. the heel bone
  4. the shoulder blade
  5. bone above the upper teeth
  6. wrist bone
  7. lower jawbone
  8. breastbone
  9. fingers/toes
  10. neck
  11. ankle
Down
  1. arm
  2. kneecap
  3. shin bone
  4. the tailbone, at the base of the spinal column
  5. bones between the tarsals and the phalanges of the foot
  6. the collar bone
  7. one of the two bones extending from the elbow to the wrist
  8. thighbone
  9. the lateral leg bone
  10. long bone extending from the shoulder to the elbow

21 Clues: arm • neck • chest • ankle • kneecap • shin bone • thighbone • wrist bone • breastbone • fingers/toes • the heel bone • lower jawbone • the collar bone • the shoulder blade • the lateral leg bone • bone above the upper teeth • the tailbone, at the base of the spinal column • long bone extending from the shoulder to the elbow • bones between the tarsals and the phalanges of the foot • ...

The Skeletal System 2015-09-28

The Skeletal System crossword puzzle
Across
  1. bone in the arm
  2. flat bone in the chest
  3. end of bone
  4. largest bone in the body
  5. shaft of long bone
  6. movement away from body
  7. bone cells
  8. Appendicular
  9. collarbone
  10. Ilium
  11. Skeleton
Down
  1. shoulder blade
  2. bone
  3. Carpals
  4. chest cavity
  5. moving around of central axis
  6. base of the spine
  7. Binding
  8. kneecap
  9. marrow

20 Clues: bone • Ilium • marrow • Carpals • Binding • kneecap • Skeleton • bone cells • collarbone • end of bone • chest cavity • Appendicular • shoulder blade • bone in the arm • base of the spine • shaft of long bone • flat bone in the chest • movement away from body • largest bone in the body • moving around of central axis

The Skeletal System 2015-09-28

The Skeletal System crossword puzzle
Across
  1. malignant tumor arising from the cartilage
  2. a bone extending from the shoulder to the elbow
  3. can be referred to as the breastplate
  4. joint that has free movement
  5. pulling or dragging force exerted on a limb in a distal direction
  6. my latin word means "purse"
  7. thin layer of cells
Down
  1. the longest bone in the body
  2. bone formed from 5 vertebrae fused together near base of spinal column
  3. flexible connective tissue
  4. "to form bone"
  5. bone tissue
  6. skeleton consisting of the arms and legs
  7. measurement used to determine the amount of movement in a joint
  8. a "floating" bone
  9. L1-L5
  10. produces humpback and loss of height
  11. s-shaped curvature
  12. tear in the fibrous tissue that connects bones
  13. bone above the upper teeth

20 Clues: L1-L5 • bone tissue • "to form bone" • a "floating" bone • s-shaped curvature • thin layer of cells • flexible connective tissue • bone above the upper teeth • my latin word means "purse" • the longest bone in the body • joint that has free movement • produces humpback and loss of height • can be referred to as the breastplate • skeleton consisting of the arms and legs • ...

Skeletal System Crossword 2016-02-20

Skeletal System Crossword crossword puzzle
Across
  1. bone cell
  2. bending or being bent
  3. cranium
  4. precursor of bone tissue
  5. characterized by a decrease in bone density and mass
  6. comes from the Latin word for "tie" or "binding"
  7. thigh bone
  8. vertebrae
Down
  1. joint that allows for the greatest movement
  2. removal of
  3. lie beyond the carpals
  4. main function is to stretch
  5. join or connect the cranial bones
  6. collar bone
  7. radiograph of a joint
  8. medial bone of the forearm
  9. humerus, upper arm bone
  10. neck
  11. upper jawbone
  12. correct, straight

20 Clues: neck • cranium • bone cell • vertebrae • removal of • thigh bone • collar bone • upper jawbone • correct, straight • bending or being bent • radiograph of a joint • lie beyond the carpals • humerus, upper arm bone • precursor of bone tissue • medial bone of the forearm • main function is to stretch • join or connect the cranial bones • joint that allows for the greatest movement • ...

The Skeletal System 2016-02-22

The Skeletal System crossword puzzle
Across
  1. upper arm bone
  2. myel/o
  3. collar bone
  4. bone consists of this
  5. anterior cruciate ligament
  6. shoulder blade
  7. lumb/o
  8. daggerlike projection
  9. carpal tunnel syndrome
  10. wrist bone
  11. spondyl/o
Down
  1. brachi/o
  2. protruding disc
  3. s shaped break
  4. breastbone
  5. cost/o
  6. incomplete break
  7. os/te/o
  8. bone cells
  9. lower body joint capable of inversion/eversion
  10. range of motion
  11. kneecap

22 Clues: cost/o • myel/o • lumb/o • os/te/o • kneecap • brachi/o • spondyl/o • breastbone • bone cells • wrist bone • collar bone • s shaped break • upper arm bone • shoulder blade • protruding disc • range of motion • incomplete break • bone consists of this • daggerlike projection • carpal tunnel syndrome • anterior cruciate ligament • lower body joint capable of inversion/eversion

Skeletal System Crossword 2016-02-10

Skeletal System Crossword crossword puzzle
Across
  1. tear in a type of fibrous tissue
  2. allows movement in the synovial joints
  3. joints within the spinal column
  4. hardening of cartilage
  5. prevents friction
  6. a type of facial bone
  7. bones that protect the heart and the lungs
  8. femur/o
  9. swayback
  10. beyond the wrist
  11. one of the larger bones of the foot
  12. humerus
Down
  1. found inside the medullary cavity
  2. sword
  3. a type of bone realignment
  4. flat bone
  5. opposite of adduction
  6. no wound or open skin
  7. arthritis, osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis
  8. cele
  9. the longest part of the axial skeleton
  10. a large bone that is a fusion of three bones
  11. fingers and toes
  12. types include cervical, thoracic, and lumbar etc.
  13. marrow

25 Clues: cele • sword • marrow • femur/o • humerus • swayback • flat bone • fingers and toes • beyond the wrist • prevents friction • opposite of adduction • no wound or open skin • a type of facial bone • hardening of cartilage • a type of bone realignment • joints within the spinal column • tear in a type of fibrous tissue • found inside the medullary cavity • one of the larger bones of the foot • ...

Skeletal System Crossword 2015-09-26

Skeletal System Crossword crossword puzzle
Across
  1. process daggerlike projection of the sternum
  2. in the axial skeleton the bones that makeup the sides of the head
  3. includes the bones from the spinal column, skull and chest
  4. have patients with musculoskeletal disorders
  5. at base of spine
  6. Latin for "thigh"
  7. a tie or binding
  8. karpos
  9. connective tissue that enables movement in the synovial joints
Down
  1. root fro vertebrae
  2. joint with only slight movement
  3. middle
  4. collarbone
  5. suffix of removal of, excision of
  6. neck or neck of
  7. funny bone
  8. membrane that covers most bones
  9. fingers and toes
  10. includes the bones from the arms and legs with shoulder and pelvic bones
  11. cage made up of the sternum ribs and associated cartilage
  12. kneecap

21 Clues: middle • karpos • kneecap • collarbone • funny bone • neck or neck of • fingers and toes • at base of spine • a tie or binding • Latin for "thigh" • root fro vertebrae • joint with only slight movement • membrane that covers most bones • suffix of removal of, excision of • process daggerlike projection of the sternum • have patients with musculoskeletal disorders • ...

Skeletal System Crossword 2016-11-03

Skeletal System Crossword crossword puzzle
Across
  1. ligaments or tendons are damaged by excessive stretching or they are torn away from the bone
  2. thumb joint
  3. allows all movement, including rotation
  4. freely moveable joints
  5. flattened fibrous sacs lined synovial membrane and contained a thing film of synovial fluid
  6. communication pathway from outside of the bone to its interior
  7. bones that do not fall into any other classification
  8. tiny canals
  9. gliding doesn't involve rotation around any axis
  10. covers the external surface of the bone
  11. chronic inflammatory disorder affects fingers, wrist, ankles and feet of women aged 40-50
  12. ends of the long bone
  13. essentially flat nd only short slipping or gliding movements are allowed
  14. bone is crushed
  15. growth plate
  16. the process of repair or growth to the bone
  17. mature bone cells
  18. the canal in the center of the lamellae
  19. curvatures that develop after birth
  20. part of the skill that encloses and protects the fragile brain tissue
  21. inward abnormality of the lumbar vertebrae
  22. joint inflammation
  23. the bones that form the longitudinal axis of the body
  24. bone formation
  25. spherical head of one bone fits into a round socket in another
  26. longer bone than it is wide
  27. a bone thinning disease
  28. bumps, holes, and ridges in the bone
  29. bone as long as it is wide
  30. fibrous connective tissue membrane that covers and protects the diaphysis
  31. joints where bone ends are spererated by a joint cavity containing synovial fluid
  32. fibrous membranes connecting that cranial bones
  33. uric acid accumulates in the blood and may be deposited as needle shaped crystals in soft tissues as joints
  34. fibrocartilage that separate individual vertebrae
  35. bones that hold the eyes in an anterior position and allow the facial to show feelings
Down
  1. when a bone is forced out of its normal position
  2. what infants have in their medullary cavity
  3. bone breaks into many fragments
  4. the canal inside the diaphysis
  5. concentric circles made up of lacunae
  6. extra bone tissue thickens around the eroded cartilage
  7. crunching noise from joints affected by osteoarthritis
  8. blood cell formation
  9. a blood filled swelling
  10. adipose fat tissue
  11. immovable joints
  12. the realignment of the broken bone ends
  13. curvatures present a birth
  14. C2
  15. broken bone portion is pressed inward
  16. movement occurs around two axis
  17. tiny cavities within the matrix
  18. allow movement around only one axis
  19. the bones of the limbs and girdles
  20. broken bone ends are forced into each other
  21. cylindrical end of a one bone fits into a trough-shaped structure on another bone
  22. dense bone and looks smooth and homogenous
  23. egg shaped surface of one bone fits into an oval concavity in another
  24. C1
  25. slipped discs
  26. wear and tear arthritis
  27. bone breaks incompletely
  28. giant bone destroying cells
  29. connective tissue fibers that connect the periosteum to the bone
  30. joints
  31. bone forming cells
  32. bone ends that are connected by cartilage
  33. inflammation of bursae or synovial joint
  34. slightly moveable joints
  35. composed of small needlelike pieces of bone and lots of open space
  36. ragged break caused by excessive twisting forces applied to the bone
  37. 's' shaped sing abnormality
  38. rounded end of one bone fits into a sleeve or ring of bone
  39. hunchback abnormality of thoracic vertebrae
  40. shaft of a bone
  41. bones that are united by fibrous tissue
  42. thin and flattened bone

77 Clues: C2 • C1 • joints • thumb joint • tiny canals • growth plate • slipped discs • bone formation • bone is crushed • shaft of a bone • immovable joints • mature bone cells • adipose fat tissue • bone forming cells • joint inflammation • blood cell formation • ends of the long bone • freely moveable joints • a blood filled swelling • wear and tear arthritis • thin and flattened bone • a bone thinning disease • ...

Skeletal System Unit 2016-11-04

Skeletal System Unit crossword puzzle
Across
  1. anatomical feature of the infant human skull comprising any of the soft membranous gaps (sutures) between the cranial bones
  2. joint biaxial; 2 saddle-shaped articulating surfaces oriented at right angles to each other
  3. thin plate-like structure very close to one another with open space between
  4. discs condition in which the outer portion of the vertebral disc is torn, enabling the inner portion to herniate or extrude
  5. fracture a fracture (especially of the skull) in which the fragment is depressed below the normal surface
  6. curvatures curvature that develops after birth, due to holding head erect or by load bearing
  7. plate the plate is found in children; in adults who have stopped growing it is replaced with a line; growth plate
  8. the main or midsection of a long bone; made up of cortical bone and usually contains bone marrow and adipose tissue
  9. curvatures the curvature of the spine that develops in embryo
  10. fracture fracture in a young individual in which the bone is partly broken and partly bent
  11. allows for movement in a single plane (pivot and hinge joints)
  12. any freely movable joint, such as the shoulder and hip joints
  13. form of articulation in which bones are rigidly joined by fibrous tissue
  14. marrow marrow that contains the developmental stages of red blood cells, white blood cells, and megakaryocytes
  15. allows for no movement in any plane (gliding joints)
  16. joint, usually formed of fibrous connective tissue and cartilage
  17. canal small channels in bone that transmit blood vessels from the periosteum into the bone and that lie perpendicular to the haversian canals
  18. joint uniaxial; rotation around single axis; cylindrical bony process rotating within circle of bone and ligament
  19. fracture break or splinter of the bone into more than two fragments
  20. bone also called trabecular bone filled with embryonic connective tissue or bone marrow
  21. a small channel or duct
  22. joint multi axial; allows wide range of motion in all directions
  23. a surgical procedure to restore a fracture or dislocation to the correct alignment
  24. fiber any of the thready processes of the periosteum that penetrate the tissue of the superficial lamellae of bones
  25. cartilage cartilage covering the articular surfaces of the bones forming a synovial joint
  26. a dense layer of vascular connective tissue enveloping the bones except at the surfaces of the joints
  27. exaggerated lumbar curvature, causes hollow back
  28. the natural process of bone formation
  29. fracture when the bone collapses, particularly in short bones such as the vertebrae
  30. markings condyle is the round prominence at the end of a bone most often a part of an articulation
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  1. marrow bone marrow that is fat; found at the ends of long bones in adults
  2. joint uniaxial; convos cylinder in one bone applied to corresponding concavity in other
  3. the skull
  4. occurring around 2 axes at right angles to each other (saddle and condyloid joints)
  5. fracture a bone has been twisted apart
  6. a part of process of a bone separated from the main body of the bone by a layer of cartilage; ends of the long bone
  7. a bone-forming cell
  8. joint biaxial; modified ball socket, articular surfaces are ellipsoid instead of spherical; range of motion limited
  9. a localized swelling that is filled with blood caused by a break in the wall of a blood vessel
  10. bone also called cortical bone, leaves only tiny spaces (lacunae) that contain the osteocytes or bone cells
  11. lateral curvature of the vertebral column
  12. type of articulation between bony surfaces that permits limited motion
  13. the bones in the joint become displaced from normal position
  14. discs shock-absorbing structure between each vertebrae
  15. a bone-breaking cell that releases calcium
  16. joint non-axial; 2 flat bone surfaces w slight gliding motion, some rotation pass but limited by surrounding structures
  17. skeleton the part of the skeleton that consists of the bones of the head and trunk of the vertebrae
  18. the production of all types of blood cells including formation, development, and differentiation of blood cells
  19. joint filled with synovial fluid and is highly movable
  20. bone bones whose principal function is either extensive protection or the provision of broad surfaces for muscular attachment; skull, pelvis, sternum, and rib cage
  21. canal any of the minute tubes that form a network in bone and contain blood vessels
  22. bone any of the bones surrounding the mouth and nose and contributing to the eye sockets, including the upper jawbones, the zygomatic, nasal, lacrimal, etc
  23. a cavity, space, or depression containing cartilage or bone cells
  24. skeleton portion of the skeleton of vertebrae consisting of the bones or cartilage that support the appendages
  25. remodeling bone maintains a dynamic steady state through sequential resorption and formation of a small amount of bone at the same site
  26. occurring around several axes (ball and socket joints)
  27. exaggerated thoracic curvature, causes humpback
  28. cavity central cavity of bone shafts where red bone marrow and/or yellow bone marrow is stored
  29. bone include the coccyx, sacrum, vertebrae, hyoid, etc.
  30. a progressive disorder of joints caused by gradual loss of cartilage and resulting in the development of bony spurs and cysts at the margins of the joints
  31. joint joints that are connected entirely by cartilage; allow more movement between bones than a fibrous joint but less than a synovial joint
  32. bone bones that are as wide as they are long; primary function is to provide support and stability with little to no movement
  33. joint have no joint cavity and are connective via fibrous connective tissue
  34. a small fluid-filled sac that provides a cushion between bones and tendons and/or muscles around a joint
  35. a bone-forming cells
  36. the topmost vertebrae
  37. fracture the breaking of a bone
  38. bone bones that are longer than they are wide
  39. the second cervical vertebrae (C2), forms the pivot upon which the atlas rotates

69 Clues: the skull • a bone-forming cell • a bone-forming cells • the topmost vertebrae • a small channel or duct • fracture the breaking of a bone • the natural process of bone formation • fracture a bone has been twisted apart • lateral curvature of the vertebral column • a bone-breaking cell that releases calcium • bone bones that are longer than they are wide • ...

The Skeletal System 2017-12-10

The Skeletal System crossword puzzle
Across
  1. Cartilage: Cartilage that is very bendable and is found in the ear and epiglottis
  2. Joints: A fixed or immovable joint
  3. Bone: Dense bone that is solidly filled with organic ground substances and inorganic salts
  4. Joints: A joint that joins bones
  5. Jointal Skeleton: A joint where a partially spherical end goes into a socketlike the hip joint
  6. Skeleton: Skeleton that makes up the head and trunk of the body
  7. Skeleton: the skeleton that makes up the extremities of the body
  8. A condition where bones become fragile and break easily.
  9. A tissue that covers bones
  10. Space between the skull bones of a small child or unborn child
  11. Marrow: A red vascular substance that is found in bones
  12. Joint: A joint that can move freely and allows rotary movement
  13. The long part of a bone
  14. Arthritis: A chronic inflammation in joints such as in the feet and hands
  15. Joint: A Joint that allows gliding movements
  16. A cracking or breaking in the bone
Down
  1. Joint: Common Synovial joint like the elbow, ankle and knee joint.
  2. Cartilage found in the intervertebral disks in the spine
  3. Joint: A joint that allows movement in multiple planes
  4. A bone cell that takes in bone tissue when there is growth or healing
  5. Canal: A canal that runs through the center of the spine
  6. Joints: Joints that are connected by Cartilage
  7. Remodeling: when mature bone tissue is removed and replaced by new bone tissue.
  8. Cartilage: Glass like Cartilage that is found on joint surfaces
  9. Tissue that connects bones to other bones
  10. A type of Arthritis that causes pain, redness and is sensitive at the joint
  11. An Inflamation of joints that causes pain and stiffness
  12. A mature bone cell
  13. Secrete proteins and move minerals for bones
  14. Causes bones to weaken and soften from lack of vitamin D
  15. Joint: A joint where a bone is resting on top of another bone and gives more flexibility than other joints
  16. The end point of a long bone
  17. Sheath: A layer of synovial membrane around a tendon
  18. Bone: Bone tissue that is filled with red bone marrow
  19. A sack that contains fluid in the joint

35 Clues: A mature bone cell • The long part of a bone • A tissue that covers bones • The end point of a long bone • Joints: A joint that joins bones • Joints: A fixed or immovable joint • A cracking or breaking in the bone • A sack that contains fluid in the joint • Tissue that connects bones to other bones • Secrete proteins and move minerals for bones • ...

The Skeletal System 2017-12-10

The Skeletal System crossword puzzle
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  1. a sack that contains fluid in the joint.
  2. Joints a fixed or immovable joint.
  3. causes bones to weaken and soften from lack of vitamin D.
  4. Skeleton the skeleton that makes up the extremities of the body.
  5. Joint a joint where a bone is resting on top of another bone and gives more flexibility than other joints.
  6. Joints joints that are connected by cartilage.
  7. Joint a joint that allows movement in multiple planes that is able to give flexion, extension, and adduction.
  8. cartilage found in the intervertebral disks in the spine.
  9. Cartilage slass like Cartilage that is found on joint surfaces.
  10. a mature bone cell.
  11. a type of Arthritis that causes pain, redness and is sensitive at the joint.
  12. Cartilage cartilage that is very bendable and is found in the ear and epiglottis.
  13. the end point of a long bone.
  14. tissue that connects bones to other bones.
  15. Remodeling when mature bone tissue is removed and replaced by new bone tissue.
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  1. Joint a Joint that allows gliding movements.
  2. an inflammation of joints that causes pain and stiffness.
  3. Jointal Skeleton a joint where a partially spherical end goes into a socket-like the hip joint.
  4. Bone the internal layer in skeletal bones which is also known as cancellous bone.
  5. Arthritis a chronic inflammation in joints such as in the feet and hands.
  6. a condition where bones become fragile and break easily.
  7. a space between the skull bones of a small child or unborn child.
  8. a tissue that covers bones.
  9. cells that make bones.
  10. Marrow a red vascular substance that is found in bones.
  11. the long part of a bone.
  12. Joints joints that move freely and have joint cavities and can also be called diarthrosis.
  13. a bone cell that takes in bone tissue when there is growth or healing.
  14. Bone dense bone that is solidly filled with organic ground substances and inorganic salts.
  15. Joint a joint that can move freely and allows rotary movement.
  16. a cracking or breaking in the bone.
  17. Skeleton skeleton that makes up the head and trunk of the body.
  18. Canal a canal that runs through the center of the spine.
  19. Sheath a layer of synovial membrane around a tendon.
  20. Joint common synovial joint like the elbow, ankle and knee joint.

35 Clues: a mature bone cell. • cells that make bones. • the long part of a bone. • a tissue that covers bones. • the end point of a long bone. • Joints a fixed or immovable joint. • a cracking or breaking in the bone. • a sack that contains fluid in the joint. • tissue that connects bones to other bones. • Joint a Joint that allows gliding movements. • ...

The Skeletal System 2017-12-12

The Skeletal System crossword puzzle
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  1. a type of Arthritis that causes pain, redness and is sensitive at the joint.
  2. Cartilage, cartilage that is very bendable and is found in the ear and epiglottis.
  3. Marrow, a red vascular substance that is found in bones.
  4. Skeleton, skeleton that makes up the head and trunk of the body.
  5. causes bones to weaken and soften from lack of vitamin D.
  6. Joints, joints that move freely and have joint cavities and can also be called diarthrosis.
  7. Bone, dense bone that is solidly filled with organic ground substances and inorganic salts.
  8. Joint, a joint that can move freely and allows rotary movement.
  9. Arthritis, a chronic inflammation in joints such as in the feet and hands.
  10. tissue that connects bones to other bones.
  11. Joints, joints that are connected by cartilage.
  12. Cartilage, glass like Cartilage that is found on joint surfaces.
  13. Jointal Skeleton, a joint where a partially spherical end goes into a socket-like the hip joint.
  14. the end point of a long bone.
  15. Joint, a Joint that allows gliding movements.
  16. the long part of a bone.
  17. an Inflammation of joints that causes pain and stiffness.
  18. a space between the skull bones of a small child or unborn child.
  19. cells that make bones.
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  1. Joint, a joint that allows movement in multiple planes that is able to give flexion, extension, and adduction.
  2. Joint, a joint where a bone is resting on top of another bone and gives more flexibility than other joints.
  3. Remodeling, when mature bone tissue is removed and replaced by new bone tissue.
  4. Canal, a canal that runs through the center of the spine.
  5. a bone cell that takes in bone tissue when there is growth or healing.
  6. cartilage found in the intervertebral disks in the spine.
  7. Sheath, a layer of synovial membrane around a tendon.
  8. a cracking or breaking in the bone.
  9. Joints, a fixed or immovable joint.
  10. a condition where bones become fragile and break easily.
  11. a mature bone cell.
  12. a tissue that covers bones.
  13. Skeleton, the skeleton that makes up the extremities of the body.
  14. Joint, common synovial joint like the elbow, ankle and knee joint.
  15. Bone, the internal layer in skeletal bones which is also known as cancellous bone.
  16. a sack that contains fluid in the joint.

35 Clues: a mature bone cell. • cells that make bones. • the long part of a bone. • a tissue that covers bones. • the end point of a long bone. • a cracking or breaking in the bone. • Joints, a fixed or immovable joint. • a sack that contains fluid in the joint. • tissue that connects bones to other bones. • Joint, a Joint that allows gliding movements. • ...

Skeletal System Crossword 2017-12-11

Skeletal System Crossword crossword puzzle
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  1. A cell that secretes the matrix for bone formation.
  2. Double-layer connective tissue that covers and nourishes the bone.
  3. Also known as ependymal canal, is the cerebrospinal fluid-filled space that runs longitudinally through the length of the entire spinal cord.
  4. Freely moving joint exhibiting a joint cavity; also called a diarthrosis.
  5. A freely moveable joint (diarthrosis) that allows only rotary movement around a single axis.
  6. Are connected by dense connective tissue consisting mainly of collagen. These joints are also called fixed or immovable joints because they do not move.
  7. Is a synovial joint where one of the bones forming the joint is shaped like a saddle with the other bone resting on it like a rider on a horse.
  8. A space between the bones of the skull in an infant or fetus, where ossification is not complete and the sutures not fully formed.
  9. The axial skeleton is the part of the skeleton that consists of the bones of the head and trunk of a vertebrate.
  10. Are connected entirely by cartilage; allow more movement between bones than a fibrous joint but less than the highly mobile synovial joint.
  11. Is a synovial joint which, under physiological conditions, allows only gliding movement.
  12. A disease of children caused by vitamin D deficiency, characterized by imperfect calcification, softening, and distortion of the bones typically resulting in bow legs.
  13. Bone marrow characterized by meshes of the reticular network that contain the developmental stages of red blood cells, white blood cells, and megakaryocytes.
  14. A break in the bone.
  15. Cartilage that contains fibrous bundles of collagen, such as that of the intervertebral disks in the spinal cord.
  16. Large cells that resorb or break down bone matrix.
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  1. A medical condition in which the bones become brittle and fragile from loss of tissue, typically as a result of hormonal changes, or deficiency of calcium or vitamin D.
  2. dense bone in which the bony matrix is solidly filled with organic ground substance and inorganic salts, leaving only tiny spaces (lacunae) that contain the osteocytes, or bone cells.
  3. Is an ovoid articular surface, or condyle that is received into an elliptical cavity. This permits movement in two planes, allowing flexion, extension, adduction, abduction, and circumduction.
  4. A chronic progressive disease causing inflammation in the joints and resulting in painful deformity and immobility, especially in the fingers, wrists, feet, and ankles.
  5. The appendicular skeleton is composed of 126 bones of the limbs and the pectoral and pelvic girdles by which they connect to the axial skeleton.
  6. Is a common class of synovial joint that includes the ankle, elbow, and knee joints. They are formed between two or more bones where the bones can only move along one axis to flex or extend.
  7. A short band of tough, flexible, fibrous connective tissue that connects two bones or cartilages or holds together a joint.
  8. The most abundant cartilage type in the body; provides firms support with pliability.
  9. Is a lifelong process where mature bone tissue is removed from the skeleton (a process called bone resorption) and new bone tissue is formed.
  10. Is a layer of synovial membrane around a tendon.
  11. A disease in which defective metabolism of uric acid causes arthritis, especially in the smaller bones of the feet, deposition of chalkstones, and episodes of acute pain.
  12. Has great flexibility so that it is able to withstand repeated bending. The chondrocytes lie between the fibres. It is found in the epiglottis (part of the larynx).
  13. A natural or manufactured joint or coupling, such as the hip joint, in which a partially spherical end lies in a socket, allowing multi directional movement and rotation.
  14. A bone cell, formed when an osteoblast becomes embedded in the matrix it has secreted.
  15. The shaft or central part of a long bone.
  16. The end part of a long bone, initially growing separately from the shaft.
  17. Painful inflammation and stiffness of the joints.
  18. A fluid-filled sac or saclike cavity, especially one countering friction at a joint.

34 Clues: A break in the bone. • The shaft or central part of a long bone. • Is a layer of synovial membrane around a tendon. • Painful inflammation and stiffness of the joints. • Large cells that resorb or break down bone matrix. • A cell that secretes the matrix for bone formation. • Double-layer connective tissue that covers and nourishes the bone. • ...

The Skeletal System 2017-11-19

The Skeletal System crossword puzzle
Across
  1. Bony process of scapula
  2. Prominence on the medial side of the ankle
  3. Fibrous joint between two parietal bones
  4. Known as the heel bone
  5. Large opening in the ischium where nerves and blood vessels pass through
  6. Large depression on proximal end of ulna
  7. Contains the pituitary gland
  8. Informally known as sit bone
  9. Elevation on the proximal end of the tibia
  10. Cartilaginous joint of the pubic bones
  11. Median ridge of the cribriform plate
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  1. Socket where the femur fits in the pelvis
  2. Third carpal in proximal row
  3. Forms pointed portion of elbow
  4. Notch in the ischium below the ischial spine
  5. Fibrous joint that connects the parietal bones and occipital bones
  6. Fibrous joint that connects parietal bones to the temporal bones
  7. Large protrusion on shaft of femur
  8. Above the nasopharynx and below the pituitary gland
  9. Long ridge on the posterior surface of the shaft of the femur

20 Clues: Known as the heel bone • Bony process of scapula • Third carpal in proximal row • Contains the pituitary gland • Informally known as sit bone • Forms pointed portion of elbow • Large protrusion on shaft of femur • Median ridge of the cribriform plate • Cartilaginous joint of the pubic bones • Fibrous joint between two parietal bones • Large depression on proximal end of ulna • ...

The Skeletal System 2017-06-07

The Skeletal System crossword puzzle
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  1. name of the bone connecting the shoulder to the elbow
  2. term used to describe joint inflammation
  3. word used to reference the arm
  4. the movement ballerinas utilize when they stand on their toes
  5. the shaft of a long bone
  6. the vertebrae inferior to the cervical vertebrae
  7. a disease in the cartilage
  8. term used for bone tissue
  9. the base of the spine
  10. another name for the shoulder blade
  11. a type of fracture where the skin is broken by the bone
  12. way to align fractures using elastics or other methods
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  1. name for a spinal disc putting pressure on the spinal nerve
  2. excision of a vertebra
  3. another name for the shin bone
  4. surgical incision into a joint
  5. the unit of bones that includes the thoracic, spinal, cranial and facial bones
  6. the most inferior bone in the skull
  7. the bones that make up the foot (not including the ankle or toes)
  8. term used for pain in a rib
  9. fibrous membrane joining cranial bones

21 Clues: the base of the spine • excision of a vertebra • the shaft of a long bone • term used for bone tissue • a disease in the cartilage • term used for pain in a rib • another name for the shin bone • surgical incision into a joint • word used to reference the arm • the most inferior bone in the skull • another name for the shoulder blade • fibrous membrane joining cranial bones • ...

The Skeletal System 2017-06-07

The Skeletal System crossword puzzle
Across
  1. name for a spinal disc putting pressure on the spinal nerve
  2. the vertebrae inferior to the cervical vertebrae
  3. excision of a vertebra
  4. term used to describe joint inflammation
  5. term used for pain in a rib
  6. surgical incision into a joint
  7. word used to reference the arm
  8. the shaft of a long bone
  9. the unit of bones that includes the thoracic, spinal, cranial and facial bones
  10. a type of fracture where the skin is broken by the bone
Down
  1. fibrous membrane joining cranial bones
  2. the movement ballerinas utilize when they stand on their toes
  3. another name for the shin bone
  4. a disease in the cartilage
  5. the bones that make up the foot (not including the ankle or toes)
  6. term used for bone tissue
  7. the base of the spine
  8. the most inferior bone in the skull
  9. way to align fractures using elastics or other methods
  10. name of the bone connecting the shoulder to the elbow
  11. another name for the shoulder blade

21 Clues: the base of the spine • excision of a vertebra • the shaft of a long bone • term used for bone tissue • a disease in the cartilage • term used for pain in a rib • another name for the shin bone • surgical incision into a joint • word used to reference the arm • the most inferior bone in the skull • another name for the shoulder blade • fibrous membrane joining cranial bones • ...

The Skeletal System 2018-03-06

The Skeletal System crossword puzzle
Across
  1. loin, lumbar region of spine
  2. kneecap
  3. tarsals, ankle bones
  4. vertebra
  5. carpels, wrist bones
  6. ulna, medial forearm bone
  7. clavicle
  8. bone
  9. vertebra
  10. cranium
  11. bone marrow, spinal cord
  12. humerus
  13. sternum
  14. sacrum
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  1. fibula, lateral lower leg
  2. tendon
  3. muscle
  4. ribs
  5. meniscus
  6. femur
  7. phalanges, fingers or toes
  8. tibia, medial lower leg
  9. scapula, shoulder blade
  10. intervertebral disk
  11. radius, lateral forearm bone

25 Clues: ribs • bone • femur • tendon • muscle • sacrum • kneecap • cranium • humerus • sternum • meniscus • vertebra • clavicle • vertebra • intervertebral disk • tarsals, ankle bones • carpels, wrist bones • tibia, medial lower leg • scapula, shoulder blade • bone marrow, spinal cord • fibula, lateral lower leg • ulna, medial forearm bone • phalanges, fingers or toes • loin, lumbar region of spine • ...

The Skeletal System 2018-04-02

The Skeletal System crossword puzzle
Across
  1. Layer of the bone that is dense, rigid, shaped like a cylinder that supplies oxygen and nutrients to the bone
  2. Consists of bony fibres arranged in a strut-like system running throughout the cancellous tissue
  3. The axial skeleton is the principal _____ structure of the body
  4. The femur is an example of a ____ bone
  5. Caused by the bone mass and the deterioration of the bone tissue
  6. The exterior layer of bones which is dense and smooth and of varying thickness, depending on the type of bone
  7. The bones are the primary _____ forming organs
  8. Bones are bounded together by ____ at joints
  9. Found inside the shaft of the bone and is filled with red and yellow bone marrow
  10. Number of bones of the adult skeleton
  11. The vertebrae is an example of an ____ bone
  12. The outside layer of the bone which is packed with nerves and blood vessels
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  1. Bones resist _____ and tension
  2. The longest bone of the human body
  3. Found at the ends of a long bone
  4. Muscles attach to bones by ____ to produce movement
  5. The patella is an example of a ____ bone
  6. Different name of the epiphyseal plates
  7. The appendicular skeleton provides fairly free _____
  8. Filled with marrow in its small cavity-like spaces, also called spongy bone
  9. Bone formation
  10. Located at the end of bones, acts as a cushion between the bones and decreases friction
  11. Bones provide protection for internal organs
  12. The cranium is an example of a ____ bone
  13. The carpals are examples of ____ bones

25 Clues: Bone formation • Bones resist _____ and tension • Found at the ends of a long bone • The longest bone of the human body • Number of bones of the adult skeleton • The femur is an example of a ____ bone • The carpals are examples of ____ bones • Different name of the epiphyseal plates • The patella is an example of a ____ bone • The cranium is an example of a ____ bone • ...

The Skeletal system 2013-05-09

The Skeletal system crossword puzzle
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  1. the long bone in the thigh
  2. bones found in the wrist
  3. type of muscle that the lower arm muscle is
  4. the bone in the arm that connects to the thumb
  5. muscles in upper arm
  6. bone that protects the spinal cord(2 words)
  7. covers the end of bone
  8. bones in the foot
  9. bone in the calf
  10. five fused bones at the base of the spine
  11. long bone in the arm
  12. bones found in the ankle
  13. bone that protects the reproductive organs ( 2 words)
  14. joint which allows complete rotation (3 words)
  15. another function of the skeleton
  16. connects bone to bone
  17. kneecap
  18. shinbone
  19. found inside long bones and makes blood cells (2 words)
  20. bones that protect the heart and lungs
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  1. type of muscle that the upper arm muscle is
  2. another name for the shoulder blade
  3. joint found at the elbow
  4. fluid found surrounding movable joints (2 words)
  5. also known as eye sockets
  6. girdle upper limbs are attached here (2 words)
  7. the bone in the arm that connects to the little finger (pinky)
  8. bone found in the lower back (2 words)
  9. bone which protects the brain
  10. muscles in lower arm
  11. type of relationship between the two arm muscles
  12. one function of the skeleton
  13. bones in the hand
  14. another name for the collar bone
  15. connects muscle to bone
  16. bones which make up the fingers and toes
  17. another name for the breast bone
  18. one of the first two bones found in the neck

38 Clues: kneecap • shinbone • bone in the calf • bones in the foot • bones in the hand • muscles in upper arm • muscles in lower arm • long bone in the arm • connects bone to bone • covers the end of bone • connects muscle to bone • bones found in the wrist • joint found at the elbow • bones found in the ankle • also known as eye sockets • the long bone in the thigh • one function of the skeleton • ...

The Skeletal System 2013-02-20

The Skeletal System crossword puzzle
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  1. A unit of bone containing central canal and matrix rings
  2. The Rings around the central canal and sites of lacunae
  3. Bones that consist of cancellous tissue enclosed within a thin layer of compact bone and erve various purposes in the body, such as protection of nervous tissue, affording multiple anchor points for skeletal muscle attachment, and maintaining pharynx and trachea support, and tongue attachment
  4. Bone marrow that is fat and is found at the ends of long bones in adults
  5. Type of bone tissue that is small needle-like pieces of bone and many open spaces
  6. Bones that are generally cube-shape, and contain mostly spongy bone. Example: Carpals Tarsals
  7. Mature bone cells
  8. The process of laying down new bone material by cells called osteoblasts
  9. The shaft of a long bone
  10. The various canals in bone that transmit blood vessels from the periosteum into the bone
  11. The end of a long bone that is originally separated from the main bone by a layer of cartilage but through the process of ossification it later becomes united to the main bone.
  12. Allows lengthwise growth of long bones during childhood
  13. The cavities containing osteocytes and are arranged in concentric rings
  14. Composed of 126 bones; Limbs (appendages) Pectoral girdle & Pelvic girdle
  15. Bones that are made up of a layer of spongy bone between two thin layers of compact bonewith a flattened shape (not rounded) . Examples: the skull and ribs. They also have marrow, but not a bone marrow cavity.
  16. Bone marrow in children and some adult bones that is required for the formation of red blood
  17. Type of bone tissue that is homogeneous
  18. The dense fibrous membrane that covers the surface of bones except at the joints and serves as an attachment for muscles and tendons.
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  1. Important surface features that allow for the identification of the bone
  2. The bones that together comprise the skull and the vertebral column
  3. The thin layer of cells lining the medullary cavity of a bone.
  4. Bones that are typically longer than they are wide, have a shaft with heads at both ends and contain mostly compact bone. Examples: Femur Humerus
  5. Covers the ends of the bones
  6. The formation of blood or of blood cells in the living body
  7. Collagenous fibers that pass from the periosteum and are embedded in the outer circumferential and interstitial lamellae of bone
  8. The opening in the center of an osteon that carries blood vessels and nerves
  9. Any one of numerous small round bony masses embedded in certain tendons that may be subjected to compression and tension
  10. The destroying cells: Breaks down bone matrix for remodeling and release of calcium in response to parathyroid hormone
  11. Tiny canals that radiate from the central canal to lacunae and form a transport system connecting all bone cells to a nutrient supply
  12. The central cavity of bone shafts where red bone marrow and/or yellow bone marrow is stored

30 Clues: Mature bone cells • The shaft of a long bone • Covers the ends of the bones • Type of bone tissue that is homogeneous • The Rings around the central canal and sites of lacunae • Allows lengthwise growth of long bones during childhood • A unit of bone containing central canal and matrix rings • The formation of blood or of blood cells in the living body • ...

The Skeletal System 2015-09-21

The Skeletal System crossword puzzle
Across
  1. abbreviation for computed tomography
  2. Disease due to Vitamin D deficiency
  3. Suffix for stabilize or fuse
  4. fracture of the distal end of the fibula
  5. Tumors of the bone
  6. Prefix for both sides
  7. To straighten the joint
  8. "humpback"; anteriorly concave curvature of thoracic
  9. removing fluid from a joint
  10. the lower jaw bone
  11. Backward bending as of the hand and foot
  12. Excision of a rib
  13. Root word for movement
  14. break in which the bone is crushed
  15. Fingers
  16. Shin Bone
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  1. Suffix for softening
  2. bone of shoulder girdle; also called collarbone
  3. formation of cartilage
  4. Lateral curvature of the spine;S shaped
  5. Connect bone to bone
  6. The outer covering of a bone
  7. Root word for hand
  8. Inflammation of bone
  9. The heel bone
  10. The shaft of a long bone
  11. Turning outward

27 Clues: Fingers • Shin Bone • The heel bone • Turning outward • Excision of a rib • Tumors of the bone • the lower jaw bone • Root word for hand • Suffix for softening • Connect bone to bone • Inflammation of bone • Prefix for both sides • formation of cartilage • Root word for movement • To straighten the joint • The shaft of a long bone • removing fluid from a joint • Suffix for stabilize or fuse • ...