Bones and Skeletal Tissue
Chapter 6
I.
Lecture material
A. Describe the skeletal cartilages.
B. Describe how bones are classified.
C. Describe the primary functions of the skeletal system.
D. List the chemical composition of bone matrix.
E. Become familiar with bone structure:
1. Osteon structure.
2. Gross anatomy for external and internal bone structures.
3. Learn the various markings found on bones (Table 6-1) and be
able to apply the terms to your subject matter.
F. Describe the functional roles for the four types of bone cells (page 177).
G. Compare spongy bone with compact bone (structurally and functionally).
H. Contrast intramembranous ossification with endochondral ossification.
I. Describe heterotropic bones.
J. Explain what is meant by primary and secondary ossification centers.
Where are they located? Describe the structural and functional aspects of
the epiphyseal plate.
K. Describe appositional growth.
L. List and describe the effects of all hormones and vitamins on bone growth
and development, as well as calcium storage.
M. Describe the chemical analysis of bone.
N. Contrast osteopenia, osteoporosis, and osteomyelitis. What effect does
exercise have on bone? Describe the various types of bone fractures.
(Table 6.2)
O. Describe the effects of the osteoclast-activating factor.
P. Describe and give examples of long, short, flat, and irregular bones. What
are sesmoid and sutural (wormian) bones?
Q. Describe bone remodeling and repair.