Question

1. what mineral is primarily stored in bones? a. sodium b. iron c. calcium d. potassium 10. which bone is commonly known as the collarbone? a. scapula b. sternum c. clavicle d. ulna part b: true or false (1 point each) write t for true and f for false. 11. the adult human skeleton has more bones than a baby’s skeleton. 12. cartilage is softer and more flexible than bone. 13. the ribs protect the heart and lungs. 14. joints are where two or more bones meet. 15. the femur is located in the arm.

Explanation:

• For question 9, calcium is the main mineral stored in bones for strength and structure.
• For question 10, the clavicle is the collarbone.
• For question 11, a baby's skeleton has more bones than an adult's as some bones fuse during growth.
• For question 12, cartilage is softer and more flexible than bone.
• For question 13, ribs form a protective cage around the heart and lungs.
• For question 14, joints are the connection points of two or more bones.
• For question 15, the femur is in the thigh, not the arm.

Answer:

1. C. Calcium
2. C. Clavicle
3. F
4. T
5. T
6. T
7. F