A hole through a bone is termed a _______.

Osteolysis is an important process in the regulation of ________.

When osteoblasts begin to differentiate within a fibrous membrane, the process is called

The pectoral girdle is composed of which of the following two bones?

The sacrum consists of five fused elements which afford protection for

The central canal of an osteon contains _______.

__________ bone reduces the weight of the skeleton and reduces the load on muscles.

Which connective tissue connects and stabilizes adjacent bones?

Secondary ossification centers are located in the ______.

In addition to bone tissue, the typical bone also contains:  (select all that apply)