The Skeletal System Crossword

A tough layer of connective tissue that surrounds the bone
A network of tubes containing blood vessels and nerves that run through compact bone
This soft tissue is found in the cavities of bones and is primarily made up of fat cells
This soft tissue is found in the cavities of bones and produces red blood cells, some kinds of white blood cells, and cell fragments called platelets
The skeleton of an embryo is composed almost entirely of this type of connective tissue
Cartilage is replaced by bone during the process of bone formation called
A place where one bone attaches to another bone is called a
This type of joint allows no movement
This type of joint permits a small amount of restricted movement
This type of joint permits movement in one or more directions
This is an example of a freely movable joint
Strips of tough connective tissue that make up part of the joint capsule
A weakening of the bones that can cause serious fractures; often found in older people and women