Skeletal System Quiz 257 (20 MCQs)

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1. The tail bone is also known as

Correct Answer: A) Coccyx.

2. Collagen is a protein that gives flexibility.

Correct Answer: A) Yes.

3. ..... is the process of organisms remaining internally balanced even when conditions change.

Correct Answer: D) Homeostasis.

4. A tendon connects muscle to muscle

Correct Answer: B) False.

5. The metacarpal bones are located on the

Correct Answer: B) Appendicular skeleton.

6. Which set of bones is in your back and holds up your body?

Correct Answer: B) Backbone.

7. Which condition represents homeostasis?

Correct Answer: B) Shivering on a cold day.

8. This is a tough, flexible tissue that provides cushion for bones and can be found in the ear

Correct Answer: A) Cartilage.

9. A joint is a place where two or more bones meet

Correct Answer: A) True.

10. What type of bone tissue is porous and contains red bone marrow?

Correct Answer: D) Spongy.

11. ..... are the wrist bones

Correct Answer: A) Carpals.

12. The larger bone on our lower leg is called the

Correct Answer: B) Tibia.

13. How many bones are present in the human vertebrae

Correct Answer: A) 33.

14. Bone has 3 characteristics:

Correct Answer: B) Strength, growth, and development.

15. What is a mineral that helps your bones grow and stay strong?

Correct Answer: D) Calcium.

16. VERTEBRAE (SPINE)

Correct Answer: D) Irregular.

17. Which of the following is NOT a part of the bone damage repair process?

Correct Answer: D) Osteoclasts form compact bone tissue.

18. Protects the knee joint

Correct Answer: C) Patella.

19. The virtually useless last for fused vertebrae in the spinal column.

Correct Answer: C) Coccyx.

20. Which feature of the synovial joint covers the ends of the bones?

Correct Answer: D) Articular cartilage.