Skeletal System Quiz 252 (20 MCQs)

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1. Identify bone number 4.

Correct Answer: D) Scapula.

2. The radius is the longest bone in the body.

Correct Answer: B) False.

3. All synovial joints are

Correct Answer: B) Diarthroses.

4. Covers the actin and prevents the myosin head to attach to the actin (rope or strand shape).

Correct Answer: A) Tropomyosin.

5. Two structural joints with no cavity

Correct Answer: A) Fibrous and cartilaginous.

6. Fibrocartilage (found in the knee) protects against stretch and pressure.

Correct Answer: A) True.

7. A common disease is ....., which causes bones to weaken and become brittle

Correct Answer: A) Osteoporosis.

8. The longest single bone in your body

Correct Answer: A) Femur.

9. Largest bone in the body

Correct Answer: B) Femur.

10. What is the function of the bones in the spine?

Correct Answer: B) The function of the bones in the spine is to provide support, protect the spinal cord, and allow for movement and flexibility.

11. Your skeletal system helps store minerals, including calcium

Correct Answer: A) True.

12. Bones that are approximately equal in length, width, and thickness. (Ex. carpals)

Correct Answer: B) Short.

13. Your shoulder and hip are examples of what type of joint?

Correct Answer: C) Ball-and-socket.

14. Each movable joint has ..... sets of muscles

Correct Answer: C) 2.

15. What type of joint allows the most movement to occur and is at the highest risk for injury?

Correct Answer: B) Ball and Socket.

16. Osteoblasts perform what function?

Correct Answer: C) Synthesis and Secrete Bone.

17. Tennis elbow is an example of .....

Correct Answer: A) Tendonitis.

18. Bone tissue that ..... any visible open space it's called compact bone.

Correct Answer: B) Doesn't have.

19. Bone tissue is called

Correct Answer: A) Osseous tissue.

20. What is the scientific name for the bones that run down the middle of your back?

Correct Answer: B) Vertebral Column.