Skeletal System Quiz 216 (20 MCQs)

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1. Why do bones expand?

Correct Answer: A) Because we need more room for our organs, muscles, and etc, as we grow.

2. A6. The ribs are part of the skeletal system.

Correct Answer: A) True.

3. How many bones make up a human backbone?

Correct Answer: A) 26.

4. Which of the following is a type of cell that releases calcium into the blood by cutting away bone?

Correct Answer: B) Osteoclast.

5. I made up of three bones and allows sound wave to pass from the eardrum to the inner ear, who am i?

Correct Answer: B) Middle ear.

6. The ongoing replacement of old bone tissue by new bone tissue is called .....

Correct Answer: D) Bone remodeling.

7. What is the name of the connective tissue that cushions our joints?

Correct Answer: B) Cartilage.

8. Fat stored in the internal cavities of bones:

Correct Answer: C) Adipose tissue.

9. Where do you have ball joints?

Correct Answer: B) Shoulders.

10. What is the name of the tough connective tissue that attaches muscles to bones?

Correct Answer: D) Tendons.

11. Medial lower arm bone, pinkie side

Correct Answer: B) Ulna.

12. A fracture in which the bone has been splintered; common in elderly

Correct Answer: A) Comminuted.

13. The ends of the a long bone that is composed mostly of spongy bone is called the

Correct Answer: B) Epiphysis.

14. Synarthroses .....

Correct Answer: A) Are found in areas requiring protection.

15. Connective tissue that is very hard and flexible is .....

Correct Answer: C) Cartilage.

16. What joint is found in the wrist and ankle?

Correct Answer: A) Gliding.

17. What is an open fracture?

Correct Answer: D) One in which the sharp edges of the bone cut through the skin.

18. A child fell and has a fractured his radius. The fracture is incomplete. What would this type of fracture be called?

Correct Answer: D) Greenstick.

19. Subcostal means what?

Correct Answer: B) Pertaining to below the ribs.

20. Which vital function is accomplished by the skeletal system?

Correct Answer: C) Structure, support, physical protection, and movement.