3.03b Skeletal system Reading check
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3.01 Functions of a Skeleton
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3.02 Types of Bones and Bone Tissue
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3.03 Names and Locations of Bones
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Calcification | arrow_right_alt | The process of building an embryo’s bones. |
Ossification | arrow_right_alt | the development of bone from the time an individual is born, and it continues throughout their entire life. |
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Osteogenic cells | arrow_right_alt | The only bones cells that divide. They divide into osteoblasts. |
Osteoblasts | arrow_right_alt | The cells that generate new bone by creating osteocytes and other proteins that build the strong bone matrix. |
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Cancellous (spongy) bone | arrow_right_alt | Does not have osteons. Found on the ends of long bones. Has internal branches called trabeculae. |
Compact bone | arrow_right_alt | Has many cylinder shaped units called osteons. Makes up the smooth tissue on the outside of bone. |

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Flat bones | arrow_right_alt | Built to withstand a great deal of weight and provide support. Are found in the arms and legs. |
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