The process of dissolving bone and returning its minerals to the bloodstream is known as ____________________.

Which bone cells produce the soft organic bone matrix?

Which cellular junction will be most useful in preventing the movement of material between cell membranes?

What type of joint is shown in this diagram?  

What is the name of the structure that #7 is pointing to in this diagram?   

What is the name of the structure located   

In endochondral ossification, the precursor connective tissue is _______________, which is replaced by bone.

How many true ribs are there?  false ribs?  floating ribs?

What is the name of the bone region that #4 is pointing to in this diagram?   

A rounded knob that articulates with another bone is called a(n) _______________.