Skeletal System

MCAT Endocrine control

The endocrine system controls the release of parathyroid hormone that triggers osteoclasts to breakdown (resorb)…

MCAT Ligaments, tendons

Ligaments and tendons are connective tissues that stabilize joint and anchor muscle, respectively. Ligaments connect…

MCAT Bone structure

Cortical and cancellous are two types of bone tissue; the osteoblast, osteoclast, and osteocyte bone…

The skeletal system provides structural rigidity, protects internal organs, and serves as the main storage…