Skeletal System Quiz 211 (20 MCQs)

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1. Part of the skeletal system that is important for blood production.

Correct Answer: C) Bone marrow.

2. What is not part of the axial skeleton?

Correct Answer: C) Hip bone.

3. The process by which osteoclasts break down bone to release minerals

Correct Answer: B) Bone resorption.

4. Which of these is not a major function of the body?

Correct Answer: C) Shape.

5. Most of the mineral in bone is in the form of calcium phosphate crystals called

Correct Answer: B) Hydroxyapatite.

6. In the skull, Which is the only movable part?

Correct Answer: A) Lower jaw.

7. Can be osteo or rheumatoid

Correct Answer: B) Arthritis.

8. What connects muscle to bone? Hint:the part that connects your calf muscle to your heel bone is called your Achilles .....

Correct Answer: A) Tendon.

9. Fibrous joints contain.....

Correct Answer: A) Dense CT.

10. What bones protect the lungs and the heart?

Correct Answer: D) Sternum and ribs.

11. The sideways curve of the spine .....

Correct Answer: D) Scoliosis.

12. Name the main muscle in the back

Correct Answer: B) Broadest back.

13. When do humans have the most bones in their bodies?

Correct Answer: A) As babies.

14. What are some ways to stay healthy and keep your skeletal system strong?

Correct Answer: A) Yogurt.

15. Which type of muscles are involuntary (you can't control them)?

Correct Answer: A) Cardiac and Smooth.

16. Caf/o

Correct Answer: A) Hump.

17. Largest of the types of bone, and are typically found in the arms and legs

Correct Answer: B) Long.

18. Is NOT highly mobile

Correct Answer: A) Axial Skeleton.

19. What are the 5 main functions of the skeleton?

Correct Answer: D) Storage, movement, protection, support, and shape.

20. Which organs help with the absorption of nutrients?

Correct Answer: A) Pancreas, liver, gallbladder.