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ENagel · **on:** Jun 26, 2018

The membrane that forms the covering of bones except at their articular surfaces is called the:

A) endosteum.
B) periosteum.
C) diaphysis.
D) epiphysis.

Question 2

All of the following are functions of the skeletal system except:

A) hematopoiesis.
B) shape and support.
C) acid-base balance.
D) protection.

Expo · **Reply #1 on:** Jun 26, 2018

Answer to Question 1

B
Explanation: A) The endosteum lines the medullary canal and contains bone marrow.
B) Correct.
C) The diaphysis is the narrow straight shaft of a bone.
D) The epiphysis is the enlarged end of a long bone.

Answer to Question 2

C
Explanation: A) The skeletal system plays an important role in hematopoiesis, the formation of blood cells.
B) The skeletal system provides shape and support.
C) Correct. Acid-base balance is not a function of the skeletal system.
D) The skeletal system provides protection.

ENagel · **Reply #2 on:** Jun 26, 2018

Thank you

Expo · **Reply #3 on:** Jun 26, 2018

Happy to help you

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