Which Classification of Bone Protects Organs or Provides a Large

question 29

Multiple Choice

Which classification of bone protects organs or provides a large surface area for the attachment of muscles?

• A) Long bones
• B) Short bones
• C) Flat bones
• D) Irregular bones

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Definitions:

Chorion

Outermost extraembryonic membrane of amniotes; major component of the placenta in placental mammals.

Epidermis

Outermost tissue layer. In animals, the epithelial layer of skin. In plants, the dermal tissue.

Mesoderm

Middle tissue layer of a three-layered animal embryo.

Ectoderm

Outermost tissue layer of an animal embryo.