Skeletal System Quiz 105 (20 MCQs)

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1. What is the name of the bone that corresponds with G on the skeleton in the front of the classroom?

Correct Answer: D) Scapula.

2. The bone in upper arm

Correct Answer: A) Humerus.

3. This type of marrow makes blood cells

Correct Answer: B) Red.

4. Removal of bone tissue to diagnose conditions such as cancer

Correct Answer: B) Bone biopsy.

5. The tough, fibrous outer layer of bone is called the .....

Correct Answer: C) Periosteum.

6. Movable joints are places where bones can move easily.

Correct Answer: A) True.

7. When there is blood in a joint it is known as

Correct Answer: A) Hemarthrosis.

8. Bones of the hand

Correct Answer: A) Metacarpals.

9. Allows no movement at all

Correct Answer: A) Immovable joint.

10. What makes up the center of the skeleton?

Correct Answer: C) Backbone (vertebral column).

11. Blood vessels and/or nerves are found in a round or oval hole called a .....

Correct Answer: A) Foramen.

12. What condition is also known as a pinched nerve?

Correct Answer: B) Radiculopathy.

13. It is a smooth elastic bone like tissue found in the ear, nose, and joints.

Correct Answer: B) Cartilage.

14. What type of bone cell secretes acids and enzymes to dissolve bone?

Correct Answer: B) Osteoclast.

15. The smallest bones are located where?

Correct Answer: A) Ear.

16. Which joint allows for the widest range of movement?

Correct Answer: D) Shoulder.

17. The muscle we have control of is called involuntary muscle

Correct Answer: B) False.

18. Greek meaning of "bone" is

Correct Answer: C) Dried up body.

19. The Skeletal System has four main responsibilities which of these is NOT one of those responsibilities? .....

Correct Answer: E) Information exchange.

20. What is the medical term for your shoulder blades?

Correct Answer: A) Scapula.