All of the Following Are Functions of the Skeletal System

question 16

Multiple Choice

All of the following are functions of the skeletal system except:

• A) hematopoiesis.
• B) shape and support.
• C) acid-base balance.
• D) protection.

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Definitions:

Spinal Cord

A long, thin, tubular structure made up of nervous tissue, which extends from the brainstem down the back, and is enclosed in and protected by the vertebral column.

Pupillary Reflex

An involuntary reflex adjustment of the pupil size in response to varying light intensities to control the amount of light entering the eye.

Oculomotor

Relating to the third cranial nerve, which controls most of the eye's movements, including constriction of the pupil and maintaining an open eyelid.

Trigeminal

refers to the fifth cranial nerve responsible for sensation in the face and motor functions such as biting and chewing.