BSC 1083 chapter objectives

The Skeletal System: Osseous Tissue and Skeletal Structure

Textbook chapter: 6.


1. Describe the functions of the skeletal system.
2. Describe the composition of bone matrix.
3. Identify the cells and structures of compact and spongy bone tissues. Include the types of marrow.
4. Describe the anatomy of a long bone, giving locations and functions of relevant tissues and structures.

Be able to recognize and locate the following cells, tissues and structures.
compact bone tissue hyaline cartilage tissue epiphysis
osteon fibrocartilage diaphysis
spongy bone tissue chondrocytes red vs yellow marrow
trabeculae   periosteum
osteocytes/osteoblasts   medullary cavity
osteoclasts   epiphyseal plate
    articular cartilage
    red marrow

Professor Thomas M. Lancraft

Human Anatomy Course 
at St. Petersburg College
St. Petersburg/Gibbs Campus

04/2007