Skeletal System Quiz 286 (20 MCQs)

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1. An example of a cartilaginous joint is the

Correct Answer: C) Inter-vertebral joint.

2. A loss of normal bone density is called .....

Correct Answer: A) Osteoporosis.

3. The humerus is also known as the what bone?

Correct Answer: B) Funny.

4. A freely moving joint in which the movement is limited to gliding motions

Correct Answer: D) Gliding joint.

5. In our body, new blood cells are produced in the .....

Correct Answer: A) Bone Marrow.

6. Muscles which are not under our control

Correct Answer: D) Muscles of stomach.

7. Smooth, slippery, thick layer of tissue at the ends of bones that provides cushion so the bones do not rub together

Correct Answer: D) Cartilage.

8. A fracture in which the ends penetrate the skin. Patient is at highest risk for infection

Correct Answer: A) Compound fx.

9. The shoulder and hip are examples of ..... joints.

Correct Answer: A) Ball and socket.

10. What is the collar bone?

Correct Answer: B) Clavicle.

11. This type of tissue covers the internal organs and also makes up the skin

Correct Answer: A) Epithelial.

12. Define Compact Bone

Correct Answer: B) The hard, dense bone tissue that is under the outer membrane.

13. The joints in the skull is an example of ..... joint.

Correct Answer: B) Immovable.

14. Joints which allow movement around 1 axis

Correct Answer: A) Uniaxial.

15. Found at the middle of the chest

Correct Answer: B) Breastbone.

16. The Skeletal System includes

Correct Answer: C) Bones & Joints.

17. Which joint allows movement in ALL directions? An example would be the shoulder.

Correct Answer: C) Ball and socket joint.

18. Your thumb is an example of a ..... joint.

Correct Answer: D) Saddle.

19. Endochondral ossification occurs in the

Correct Answer: D) Both Epiphysis & Diaphysis.

20. Where in the skeleton might you find a short bone?

Correct Answer: A) Hand.