Bone Tissue Exploration
A Grade 6 science worksheet exploring the structure, function, and types of bone tissue.
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Bone Tissue Exploration
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Read each question carefully and answer to the best of your ability. Use the provided space for your answers.
1. What is the main function of bones in the human body?
To pump blood
To provide support and protection
To digest food
To help us see
2. Which of these is NOT a component of bone tissue?
Bone marrow
Cartilage
Blood vessels
Muscle fibers
3. The outer layer of a bone is called the .
4. bone is dense and strong, found in the shaft of long bones.
5. The soft, fatty tissue inside bones that produces blood cells is called .
6. Describe the difference between compact bone and spongy bone. (2 points)
7. Label the following parts of the long bone cross-section:
A.
B.
C.
D.
8. Bones are non-living structures and do not grow or repair themselves.
True
False
9. Calcium is an important mineral for strong bones.
True
False
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