Skeletal System Quiz 620 (20 MCQs)

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1. Region of bone development in the epiphyses where formation occurs in all directions

Correct Answer: C) Secondary ossification center.

2. Match the following with the best location. Metacarpals

Correct Answer: B) Hand.

3. Which term means surgical removal of a spinal lamina?

Correct Answer: B) Laminectomy.

4. This type of joint allows your first two vertebrae to rotate (example-shaking your head, "No")

Correct Answer: C) Pivot.

5. Which of the following is NOT part of the Foot?

Correct Answer: A) Fibula.

6. The main difference between the big toe and thumb is

Correct Answer: B) The thumb is opposoble.

7. ..... bone tissue has small holes that make the bones less dense that compact bone

Correct Answer: C) Spongy.

8. Which of the following is part of the Chest?

Correct Answer: A) Sternum and ribs.

9. What are the 2 main sections of the skeleton?

Correct Answer: C) Axiel and Appendicular.

10. ..... help the bones bend and move.

Correct Answer: A) Joints.

11. What is the name of the process in which bones are built up?

Correct Answer: B) Osteogenesis.

12. What is the body of the sternum called?

Correct Answer: B) Gladiolus.

13. How many moveable or semi-moveable joints are there in the body?

Correct Answer: B) 200.

14. OA

Correct Answer: A) Osteoarthritis.

15. Can relax and contract to move your body.

Correct Answer: B) Muscle.

16. Which of the following bones listed is an example of a short bone?

Correct Answer: C) Carpals.

17. The wrist is scientifically known as the .....

Correct Answer: A) Carpals.

18. The Shoulder Joint is considered a Synovial Joint ..... True or False?

Correct Answer: A) True.

19. The humerus is a ..... bone.

Correct Answer: D) Long.

20. Flexible connective tissue found throughout the body, including on the articularends of bones.

Correct Answer: A) Cartilage.