Across
- 5. the part of the skeleton that protects the internal organs
- 6. a side to side curve in the spine that becomes evident during adolescence
- 8. the part of the bone in which blood cells are created
- 9. there are 56 of these bones that make up the fingers and toes
- 11. a function of the skeletal system that helps the body maintain a stable environment
- 14. the part of the bones that are less dense and porous
- 16. the bone near the shoulder known as the collar bone
- 18. the bone that protects the brain
- 19. a point of contact between to bones that allow movement and bending
- 20. connective tissues that connect bones and muscles
Down
- 1. connective tissues that connect bones to bones
- 2. the body system that works closely with the skeleton for movement
- 3. a disease responsible to weakening bone tissue; especially in the elderly
- 4. The main difference in the female skeleton and the male skeleton is found in the -
- 7. the minerals stored in the interior of the bone include phosphorus and ___________
- 10. the part of the skeleton that includes the arms and legs
- 12. internal skeleton that can support greater amounts of weight
- 13. one of the two bones in the lower arm
- 15. external skeletal system made up of chitin and calcium carbonate
- 17. fibrous membrane the covers the outside of a bone