Skeletal System Quiz 514 (20 MCQs)

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1. Which type of fracture causes an open wound?

Correct Answer: A) Open.

2. Also called scapulae

Correct Answer: B) Shoulder blades.

3. Lateral curve of the spine

Correct Answer: A) Scoliosis.

4. The muscle of your upper arm is called the

Correct Answer: D) Biceps.

5. This internal cartilage found between the diaphysis & epiphyses of long bones is responsible for growth regulation:

Correct Answer: C) Epiphyseal plate.

6. Physician that specializes in treating the bones, joints and muscles, including performing surgeries

Correct Answer: A) Orthopedic surgeon.

7. Broken bone that does protrude through the skin-adds concern of infection

Correct Answer: B) Open/Compound Fracture.

8. Congenital condition where the vertebra fails to fully form around the spinal cord.

Correct Answer: C) Spina bifida.

9. The upper jawbone, tongue and cheekbones are the bones that make up the skeleton.....

Correct Answer: C) Face.

10. There are 2 kinds of marrow:

Correct Answer: A) Red and yellow.

11. ..... bind bone to bone.

Correct Answer: A) Ligaments.

12. What does the combining form ankly/o mean?

Correct Answer: B) Stiff joint.

13. When one muscle is contracting its partner is .....

Correct Answer: B) Relaxing.

14. What type of bone is your femur?

Correct Answer: A) Long.

15. Nerve cell that detect conditions in the body environment

Correct Answer: D) Receptors.

16. Bone that provide strength and protection.

Correct Answer: B) Compact bone.

17. Upper jaw; holds the upper teeth; forms portions of the orbital, nasal and oral cavities.

Correct Answer: B) Cheeks.

18. Which type of tissue does NOT compose bone?

Correct Answer: D) Adipose Tissue.

19. What is the function of ligaments in the skeletal system?

Correct Answer: A) Stabilize bones.

20. To protect internal organs is the function of ..... bones

Correct Answer: A) Flat.