Physiology Crossword
This printable crossword puzzle on the topic of Anatomy has 20 clues. Answers range from 5 to 20 letters long. This crossword is also available to download as a Microsoft Word document or a PDF.
Description
portion of the skeleton that consists of the upper extremities, and shoulder girdle, plus the lower extremities and pelvic girdle
large blood vessels that carry blood away from the heart
another term for joint
portion of the skeleton that consists of the skull, spinal column, ribs and sternum
gelatinous that produces white blood cells, red blood cells, or platelets
lightweight bone found in the inside of bones, also known as spongy bones
a system of microscopic vessels that connects the arterial and venous systems
tough, connective non vascular elastic tissue
outer layer of bones, where needed for strength; also known as cortical bone
a type of fibrous joint, such as a tooth into the alveolus
the skin system
muscles that function automatically without conscious control
structured areas where two or more bones come together
location where the muscle ends; the portion away from the body's midline
location where the muscle begins; the portion toward the body's midline
direct nerve impulses
cells that form bone
double walled sac that encloses the heart
tissues that anchor the periosteum to the bone
blood vessels that carry blood to the heart
