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Structure and Function of the Body 13th Edition Patton Thibodeau Test Bank
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Thibodeau and Patton: Structure & Function of the Body, 13th Edition
Test Bank
Chapter 6: The Skeletal System
MULTIPLE CHOICE
- The red bone marrow is important in the skeletal function of:
| a. | protection |
| b. | support |
| c. | hematopoiesis |
| d. | storage |
ANS: C DIF: Memorization REF: Page: 122
TOP: Functions of the skeletal system
- Which of the following is not a function of the skeletal system?
| a. | movement |
| b. | calcium storage |
| c. | blood cell formation |
| d. | all of the above are functions of the skeletal system |
ANS: D DIF: Memorization REF: Page: 122
TOP: Functions of the skeletal system
- The humerus is an example of:
| a. | a short bone |
| b. | a long bone |
| c. | a flat bone |
| d. | an irregular bone |
ANS: B DIF: Memorization REF: Page: 122
TOP: Types of bones
- The wrist bone is an example of:
| a. | a short bone |
| b. | a long bone |
| c. | a flat bone |
| d. | an irregular bone |
ANS: A DIF: Memorization REF: Page: 122
TOP: Types of bones
- The bones of the spine are examples of:
| a. | a short bone |
| b. | a long bone |
| c. | a flat bone |
| d. | an irregular bone |
ANS: D DIF: Memorization REF: Page: 122
TOP: Types of bones
- The hollow shaft of a long bone is called the:
| a. | diaphysis |
| b. | epiphyses |
| c. | periosteum |
| d. | endosteum |
ANS: A DIF: Memorization REF: Page: 122
TOP: Structure of long bones
- The thin fibrous membrane that lines the medullary cavity is called the:
| a. | diaphysis |
| b. | epiphysis |
| c. | periosteum |
| d. | endosteum |
ANS: D DIF: Memorization REF: Page: 122
TOP: Structure of long bones
- The strong fibrous membrane covering the shaft of the long bone is called the:
| a. | diaphysis |
| b. | epiphysis |
| c. | periosteum |
| d. | endosteum |
ANS: C DIF: Memorization REF: Page: 122
TOP: Structure of long bones
- The ends of long bones are called the:
| a. | diaphysis |
| b. | epiphysis |
| c. | periosteum |
| d. | endosteum |
ANS: B DIF: Memorization REF: Page: 122
TOP: Structure of long bones
- Trabeculae are:
| a. | needlelike threads of spongy bone |
| b. | the basic structure of cartilage |
| c. | the basic structure of compact bone |
| d. | the basic structure of bone marrow |
ANS: A DIF: Memorization REF: Page: 123
TOP: Microscopic structure of bone and cartilage
- Another name for the Haversian system is:
| a. | central canal |
| b. | lacunae |
| c. | canaliculi |
| d. | osteon |
ANS: D DIF: Memorization REF: Page: 123
TOP: Microscopic structure of bone and cartilage
- The bone cells in the Haversian system are found in little spaces called:
| a. | central canal |
| b. | canaliculi |
| c. | lacunae |
| d. | none of the above |
ANS: C DIF: Memorization REF: Page: 123
TOP: Microscopic structure of bone and cartilage
- Nutrients pass from the blood vessels to the bone cells by way of the:
| a. | central canal |
| b. | canaliculi |
| c. | lacunae |
| d. | lamella |
ANS: B DIF: Memorization REF: Page: 123
TOP: Microscopic structure of bone and cartilage
- The bone-forming cells are called:
| a. | osteoclasts |
| b. | osteocytes |
| c. | osteoblasts |
| d. | chondrocytes |
ANS: C DIF: Memorization REF: Page: 125
TOP: Bone formation and growth
- Cartilage cells are called:
| a. | osteoclasts |
| b. | osteocytes |
| c. | osteoblasts |
| d. | chondrocytes |
ANS: D DIF: Memorization REF: Page: 124
TOP: Microscopic structure of bone and cartilage
- The bone-resorbing cells are called:
| a. | osteoclasts |
| b. | osteocytes |
| c. | osteoblasts |
| d. | chondrocytes |
ANS: A DIF: Memorization REF: Page: 125
TOP: Bone formation and growth
- As long as this is present in a bone, bone growth can continue.
| a. | diaphysis |
| b. | epiphyseal plate |
| c. | epiphysis |
| d. | osteoclasts |
ANS: B DIF: Memorization REF: Page: 125
TOP: Bone formation and growth
- Which bone is not part of the axial skeleton?
| a. | ribs |
| b. | vertebrae |
| c. | carpal bone |
| d. | sternum |
ANS: C DIF: Application REF: Page: 126
TOP: Appendicular skeleton—Upper extremity
- Which bone is not part of the appendicular skeleton?
| a. | humerus |
| b. | ulna |
| c. | tibia |
| d. | hyoid bone |
ANS: D DIF: Application REF: Page: 127
TOP: Divisions of skeleton
- Which bone does not contain one of the paranasal sinuses?
| a. | mandible |
| b. | maxillary |
| c. | frontal |
| d. | ethmoid |
ANS: A DIF: Memorization REF: Page: 130
TOP: Axial skeleton—Skull
- The upper jaw bone is called the:
| a. | zygomatic |
| b. | maxilla |
| c. | mandible |
| d. | none of the above |
ANS: B DIF: Memorization REF: Page: 131
TOP: Bones of the skull (Table 6-2)
- The cheekbone is called the:
| a. | zygomatic |
| b. | maxilla |
| c. | mandible |
| d. | none of the above |
ANS: A DIF: Memorization REF: Page: 131
TOP: Bones of the skull (Table 6-2)
- The bone at the back of the skull is called the:
| a. | temporal |
| b. | parietal |
| c. | sphenoid |
| d. | none of the above |
ANS: D DIF: Memorization REF: Page: 131
TOP: Bones of the skull (Table 6-2)
- The section of the vertebral column that contains the most vertebrae is the:
| a. | cervical section |
| b. | thoracic section |
| c. | lumbar section |
| d. | sacrum section |
ANS: B DIF: Memorization REF: Page: 134
TOP: Bones of the vertebral column (Table 6-3)
- Ribs that attach individually to the sternum by way of the costal cartilage are:
| a. | true ribs |
| b. | false ribs |
| c. | floating ribs |
| d. | none of the above |
ANS: A DIF: Memorization REF: Page: 135
TOP: Thorax
- Ribs that do not attach to costal cartilage at all are:
| a. | true ribs |
| b. | false ribs |
| c. | floating ribs |
| d. | none of the above |
ANS: C DIF: Memorization REF: Page: 135
TOP: Thorax
- The two bones of the lower arm are the:
| a. | tibia and fibula |
| b. | femur and humerus |
| c. | ulna and radius |
| d. | none of the above |
ANS: C DIF: Memorization REF: Page: 136
TOP: Upper extremity
- The two bones of the lower leg are the:
| a. | tibia and fibula |
| b. | femur and humerus |
| c. | ulna and radius |
| d. | none of the above |
ANS: A DIF: Memorization REF: Page: 139
TOP: Lower extremity
- The phalanges are the bones of the:
| a. | fingers |
| b. | wrists |
| c. | toes |
| d. | both A and C above |
ANS: D DIF: Memorization REF: Page: 136 & 139
TOP: Upper extremity and Lower extremity
- The metacarpals are the bones of the:
| a. | wrist |
| b. | foot |
| c. | ankle |
| d. | none of the above |
ANS: D DIF: Memorization REF: Page: 136
TOP: Upper extremity
- The tarsals are the bones of the:
| a. | wrist |
| b. | foot |
| c. | ankle |
| d. | none of the above |
ANS: C DIF: Memorization REF: Page: 139
TOP: Lower extremity
- The bone of the thigh is the:
| a. | ulna |
| b. | radius |
| c. | humerus |
| d. | femur |
ANS: D DIF: Memorization REF: Page: 139
TOP: Lower extremity
- A suture is an example of a(n):
| a. | amphiarthritic joint |
| b. | synarthrotic joint |
| c. | diarthrotic joint |
| d. | none of the above |
ANS: B DIF: Application REF: Page: 143
TOP: Joints (articulations)
- The knee is an example of a(n):
| a. | amphiarthritic joint |
| b. | synarthrotic joint |
| c. | diarthrotic joint |
| d. | none of the above |
ANS: C DIF: Application REF: Page: 143 & 144
TOP: Joints (articulations)
- The elbow is an example of a(n):
| a. | amphiarthritic joint |
| b. | synarthrotic joint |
| c. | diarthrotic joint |
| d. | none of the above |
ANS: C DIF: Application REF: Page: 143 & 144
TOP: Joints (articulations)
- Which of the following is not a type of bone?
| a. | round |
| b. | flat |
| c. | long |
| d. | short |
ANS: A DIF: Memorization REF: Page: 122
TOP: Types of bone
- In the adult skeleton, red bone marrow is found in the:
| a. | diaphysis |
| b. | medullary canal |
| c. | epiphysis |
| d. | endosteum |
ANS: C DIF: Memorization REF: Page: 122
TOP: Structure of long bones
- Which of the following statements is true of both bone and cartilage?
| a. | They both contain more intercellular matrix than cells. |
| b. | Both bone and cartilage cells are supplied with food and oxygen through canaliculi. |
| c. | Both bone and cartilage cells are located in lacunae. |
| d. | Both A and C are true. |
ANS: D DIF: Memorization REF: Page: 123-124
TOP: Microscopic structure of bone and cartilage
- Which of the following statements is not true of ribs?
| a. | All ribs attach to vertebrae. |
| b. | All ribs attach to the sternum. |
| c. | There are three pairs of false ribs. |
| d. | All of the above are true of ribs. |
ANS: B DIF: Memorization REF: Page: 135
TOP: Thorax
- The total number of phalanges in the body is:
| a. | 14 |
| b. | 28 |
| c. | 56 |
| d. | 84 |
ANS: C DIF: Application REF: Page: 138 & 141
TOP: Bones of the upper extremity (Table 6-5) and Bones of the lower extremity (Table 6-6)
- Which bone is not part of the coxal bone?
| a. | sacrum |
| b. | pubis |
| c. | ischium |
| d. | ilium |
ANS: A DIF: Memorization REF: Page: 141
TOP: Bones of the lower extremity (Table 6-6)
- Moving from superficial to deep in a bone, the parts of the bone would be encountered in which sequence?
| a. | periosteum, endosteum, medullary cavity |
| b. | endosteum, periosteum, medullary cavity |
| c. | periosteum, medullary cavity, endosteum |
| d. | endosteum, medullary cavity, periosteum |
ANS: A DIF: Application REF: Page: 122
TOP: Structure of long bones
- The lambdoidal suture is formed by the joining of the:
| a. | occipital bone and the temporal bones |
| b. | temporal bones and the frontal bone |
| c. | parietal bones and the occipital bone |
| d. | parietal bones and the frontal bone |
ANS: C DIF: Memorization REF: Page: 130
TOP: Skull
- Going from superior to inferior, the regions of the spine would be in which order?
| a. | cervical, thoracic, sacrum, coccyx, lumbar |
| b. | cervical, thoracic, lumbar, sacrum, coccyx |
| c. | cervical, lumbar, thoracic, coccyx, sacrum |
| d. | cervical, thoracic, lumbar, coccyx, sacrum |
ANS: B DIF: Application REF: Page: 133
TOP: Spine (vertebral column)
- Straightening a bent elbow is:
| a. | flexion |
| b. | rotation |
| c. | abduction |
| d. | extension |
| e. | adduction |
| f. | circumduction |
ANS: D DIF: Memorization REF: Page: 148
TOP: Types of joint movements (Table 6-7)
- Moving part of the body away from the midline of the body is:
| a. | flexion |
| b. | rotation |
| c. | abduction |
| d. | extension |
| e. | adduction |
| f. | circumduction |
ANS: C DIF: Memorization REF: Page: 149
TOP: Types of joint movements (Table 6-7)
- Which of the following reduces the angle of a joint?
| a. | flexion |
| b. | rotation |
| c. | abduction |
| d. | extension |
| e. | adduction |
| f. | circumduction |
ANS: A DIF: Memorization REF: Page: 148
TOP: Types of joint movements (Table 6-7)
- Moving the arm in a circle around the shoulder joint is:
| a. | flexion |
| b. | rotation |
| c. | abduction |
| d. | extension |
| e. | adduction |
| f. | circumduction |
ANS: F DIF: Memorization REF: Page: 149
TOP: Types of joint movements (Table 6-7)
- Moving part of the body toward the midline of the body is:
| a. | flexion |
| b. | rotation |
| c. | abduction |
| d. | extension |
| e. | adduction |
| f. | circumduction |
ANS: E DIF: Memorization REF: Page: 149
TOP: Types of joint movements (Table 6-7)
- Bending the elbow is:
| a. | flexion |
| b. | rotation |
| c. | abduction |
| d. | extension |
| e. | adduction |
| f. | circumduction |
ANS: A DIF: Memorization REF: Page: 148
TOP: Types of joint movements (Table 6-7)
- Which of the following increases the angle of a joint?
| a. | flexion |
| b. | rotation |
| c. | abduction |
| d. | extension |
| e. | adduction |
| f. | circumduction |
ANS: D DIF: Memorization REF: Page: 148
TOP: Types of joint movements (Table 6-7)
- Which of the following spins one bone relative to another?
| a. | flexion |
| b. | rotation |
| c. | abduction |
| d. | extension |
| e. | adduction |
| f. | circumduction |
ANS: B DIF: Memorization REF: Page: 148
TOP: Types of joint movements (Table 6-7)
TRUE/FALSE
- The storage of calcium is an important function of the skeletal system.
ANS: T DIF: Memorization REF: Page: 122
TOP: Functions of the skeletal system
- The red bone marrow contributes to the support function of the skeletal system.
ANS: F DIF: Memorization REF: Page: 122
TOP: Functions of the skeletal system
- The carpals are an example of short bones.
ANS: T DIF: Memorization REF: Page: 122
TOP: Types of bones
- The vertebrae are examples of flat bones.
ANS: F DIF: Memorization REF: Page: 122
TOP: Types of bones
- The frontal bone of the skull is an example of an irregular bone.
ANS: F DIF: Memorization REF: Page: 122
TOP: Types of bones
- The diaphysis is the hollow shaft of the long bone.
ANS: T DIF: Memorization REF: Page: 122
TOP: Structure of long bones
- The articular cartilage covers and cushions the ends of the bones.
ANS: T DIF: Memorization REF: Page: 122
TOP: Structure of long bones
- The periosteum lines the medullary cavity.
ANS: F DIF: Memorization REF: Page: 122
TOP: Structure of long bones
- The epiphysis is the hollow area in the shaft of the bone where marrow is stored.
ANS: F DIF: Memorization REF: Page: 122
TOP: Structure of long bones
- The needlelike threads of spongy bone are called trabeculae.
ANS: T DIF: Memorization REF: Page: 123
TOP: Microscopic structure of bone and cartilage
- The concentric rings surrounding the central canal of an osteon are called lamella.
ANS: T DIF: Memorization REF: Page: 123
TOP: Microscopic structure of bone and cartilage
- Canaliculi are small canals that help supply the bone cells with food and oxygen.
ANS: T DIF: Memorization REF: Page: 123
TOP: Microscopic structure of bone and cartilage
- The lacuna is a large canal in the center of the osteon that contains a blood vessel.
ANS: F DIF: Memorization REF: Page: 123
TOP: Microscopic structure of bone and cartilage
- Chondrocytes are cartilage cells.
ANS: T DIF: Memorization REF: Page: 124
TOP: Microscopic structure of bone and cartilage
- Osteoclasts are the bone-forming cells.
ANS: F DIF: Memorization REF: Page: 125
TOP: Bone formation and growth
- Osteoblasts are the bone-resorbing cells.
ANS: F DIF: Memorization REF: Page: 125
TOP: Bone formation and growth
- Most of the bones of the body begin as cartilage.
ANS: T DIF: Memorization REF: Page: 124
TOP: Bone formation and growth
- As long as the epiphyseal plate remains between the diaphysis and epiphysis, bone growth can continue.
ANS: T DIF: Memorization REF: Page: 125
TOP: Bone formation and growth
- The “soft spots” in a baby’s skull are referred to as fontanels.
ANS: T DIF: Memorization REF: Page: 130
TOP: Skull
- Osteoporosis is a weakening of the bone and occurs most often in women of childbearing age.
ANS: F DIF: Memorization REF: Page: 127
TOP: Health and well-being—Osteoporosis
- Vitamin C supplements are sometimes given to women to help prevent osteoporosis.
ANS: F DIF: Memorization REF: Page: 127
TOP: Health and well-being—Osteoporosis
- An improperly treated epiphyseal fracture can result in the affected limb being shorter than normal.
ANS: T DIF: Memorization REF: Page: 130
TOP: Clinical application—Epiphyseal fracture
- The bones of the middle ear are part of the axial skeleton.
ANS: T DIF: Memorization REF: Page: 127
TOP: Skull
- There are more bones in the axial skeleton than in the appendicular skeleton.
ANS: F DIF: Memorization REF: Page: 130
TOP: Main parts of the skeleton (Table 6-1)
- The occipital bone is the bone in the back of the skull.
ANS: T DIF: Memorization REF: Page: 131
TOP: Bones of the skull (Table 6-2)
- The maxilla is the bone of the lower jaw.
ANS: F DIF: Memorization REF: Page: 131
TOP: Bones of the skull (Table 6-2)
- The zygomatic bone is the cheekbone.
ANS: T DIF: Memorization REF: Page: 131
TOP: Bones of the skull (Table 6-2)
- Going from superior to inferior, the sequence of the vertebrae is cervical, thoracic, lumbar, coccyx, and sacrum.
ANS: F DIF: Memorization REF: Page: 133
TOP: Spine (vertebral column)
- The curves of the spine are important in supporting the weight of the rest of the body.
ANS: T DIF: Memorization REF: Page: 133 & 134
TOP: Spine (vertebral column)
- The ribs that individually attach to a costal cartilage and then to the sternum are called true ribs.
ANS: T DIF: Memorization REF: Page: 135
TOP: Thorax
- The last two sets of ribs that are only attached to the vertebrae are called false ribs.
ANS: F DIF: Memorization REF: Page: 135
TOP: Thorax
- The sternum is also called the breastbone.
ANS: T DIF: Memorization REF: Page: 134
TOP: Thorax
- The scapula and clavicle make up the pectoral girdle.
ANS: T DIF: Memorization REF: Page: 135
TOP: Upper extremity
- The tibia and fibula are the bones of the lower arm.
ANS: F DIF: Memorization REF: Page: 136
TOP: Upper extremity
- The femur is the bone of the thigh.
ANS: T DIF: Memorization REF: Page: 139
TOP: Lower extremity
- The phalanges are the bones of the fingers and toes.
ANS: T DIF: Memorization REF: Page: 136-139
TOP: Upper extremity and Lower extremity
- The tibia and fibula are bones of the lower leg.
ANS: T DIF: Memorization REF: Page: 139
TOP: Lower extremity
- The carpals are the bones of the hand.
ANS: F DIF: Memorization REF: Page: 136
TOP: Upper extremity
- The tarsals are the bones of the ankle.
ANS: T DIF: Memorization REF: Page: 139 & 141
TOP: Lower extremity and Bones of the lower extremity (Table 6-6)
- The patella is another term for the kneecap.
ANS: T DIF: Memorization REF: Page: 139
TOP: Lower extremity
- The olecranon process is another term for the elbow.
ANS: T DIF: Memorization REF: Page: 138
TOP: Bones of the upper extremity (Table 6-5)
- The metacarpals are the bones of the foot.
ANS: F DIF: Memorization REF: Page: 136
TOP: Upper extremity
- One of the main differences between the male skeleton and female skeleton is the shape of the pelvis.
ANS: T DIF: Memorization REF: Page: 139
TOP: Differences between a man’s and a woman’s skeleton
- A joint with only slight movement is called a diarthrotic joint.
ANS: F DIF: Memorization REF: Page: 142
TOP: Joints (articulations)
- A joint with no movement is called a synarthrotic joint.
ANS: T DIF: Memorization REF: Page: 142
TOP: Joints (articulations)
- A diarthrotic joint is a freely moving joint.
ANS: T DIF: Memorization REF: Page: 142
TOP: Joints (articulations)
- The sutures of the skull are synarthrotic joints.
ANS: T DIF: Memorization REF: Page: 143
TOP: Joints (articulations)
- The knee is an amphiarthrotic joint.
ANS: F DIF: Memorization REF: Page: 143
TOP: Joints (articulations)
- The hip is a diarthrotic joint.
ANS: T DIF: Memorization REF: Page: 143 & 144
TOP: Joints (articulations)
- A ligament is a band of connective tissue that holds two bones together.
ANS: T DIF: Memorization REF: Page: 144
TOP: Joints (articulations)
- The hinge joint provides the widest range of motion for the body.
ANS: F DIF: Memorization REF: Page: 144
TOP: Joints (articulations)
- To increase the angle of a joint is the definition of flexion.
ANS: F DIF: Memorization REF: Page: 148
TOP: Types of joint movements (Table 6-7)
- To increase the angle of a joint is the definition of extension.
ANS: T DIF: Memorization REF: Page: 148
TOP: Types of joint movements (Table 6-7)
- To move a part of the body away from the midline is called adduction.
ANS: F DIF: Memorization REF: Page: 149
TOP: Types of joint movements (Table 6-7)
- To move a part of the body toward the midline is called adduction.
ANS: T DIF: Memorization REF: Page: 149
TOP: Types of joint movements (Table 6-7)
- The word “articulation” is another word for joint.
ANS: T DIF: Memorization REF: Page: 121
TOP: Introduction
- The interaction between muscle and bone allows the body to move.
ANS: T DIF: Application REF: Page: 122 TOP: Movement
- The function of hematopoiesis is accomplished in the osteon of the bone.
ANS: F DIF: Memorization REF: Page: 122
TOP: Hemopoiesis
- In the adult skeleton, the function of hematopoiesis occurs in the medullary canal.
ANS: F DIF: Application REF: Page: 122
TOP: Structure of long bones
- Between the two diaphyses of a long bone is the epiphysis.
ANS: F DIF: Memorization REF: Page: 122
TOP: Structure of long bones
- The endosteum is more interior (deep) than the periosteum.
ANS: T DIF: Application REF: Page: 122
TOP: Structure of long bones
- Both bone and cartilage are examples of connective tissue.
ANS: T DIF: Memorization REF: Page: 123
TOP: Microscopic structure of bone and cartilage
- The central canal of the osteon is also called the medullary cavity.
ANS: F DIF: Memorization REF: Page: 122-123
TOP: Microscopic structure of bone and cartilage
- The terms osteon and Haversian system refer to the same structure.
ANS: T DIF: Memorization REF: Page: 123
TOP: Microscopic structure of bone and cartilage
- Osteocytes can be found in the lacunae of the osteon.
ANS: T DIF: Memorization REF: Page: 123
TOP: Microscopic structure of bone and cartilage
- Like bone cells, cartilage cells are located in lacunae.
ANS: T DIF: Memorization REF: Page: 124
TOP: Microscopic structure of bone and cartilage
- Canaliculi supply food and oxygen to cartilage cells.
ANS: F DIF: Memorization REF: Page: 124
TOP: Microscopic structure of bone and cartilage
- Osteoblasts and osteoclasts do opposite functions in the bone.
ANS: T DIF: Application REF: Page: 125
TOP: Bone formation and growth
- The skull is formed by endochondral ossification.
ANS: F DIF: Memorization REF: Page: 125
TOP: Bone formation and growth
- When fontanels fuse, they form sutures.
ANS: T DIF: Memorization REF: Page: 130
TOP: Skull
- The spine has three curves; two convex and one concave.
ANS: F DIF: Memorization REF: Page: 133
TOP: Spine (vertebral column)
- Because the last two sets of ribs are not attached to any other bones in the body, they are called floating ribs.
ANS: F DIF: Memorization REF: Page: 135
TOP: Thorax
- Only the true ribs attach to the sternum by the costal cartilage.
ANS: F DIF: Application REF: Page: 135 TOP: Thorax
- The olecranon process of the humerus and the olecranon fossa of the ulna make up the structure of the elbow.
ANS: F DIF: Memorization REF: Page: 138
TOP: Bones of the upper extremity (Table 6-5)
- The indentation in the femur where the patella or kneecap fits is called the acetabulum.
ANS: F DIF: Memorization REF: Page: 139
TOP: Lower extremity
- Bones are the primary organ of the skeletal system.
ANS: T DIF: Memorization REF: Page: 121
TOP: Introduction
- Bones are the only major structure in the body that is not considered living.
ANS: F DIF: Memorization REF: Page: 121
TOP: Introduction
- The articular cartilage covers and protects the diaphysis of the long bones.
ANS: F DIF: Memorization REF: Page: 122
TOP: Structure of long bones
- The calcified rings of compact bone are called canaliculi.
ANS: F DIF: Memorization REF: Page: 123
TOP: Microscopic structure of bone and cartilage
- The curves of the spine in the cervical and lumbar regions are the convex curves of the spine.
ANS: F DIF: Memorization REF: Page: 133 & 134
TOP: Spine (vertebral column)
- The head of the femur fits into a deep, cup-shaped socket in the coxal bone called the acetabulum.
ANS: T DIF: Memorization REF: Page: 139
TOP: Lower extremity
- The incus is a bone found in the skull.
ANS: T DIF: Memorization REF: Page: 131
TOP: Bones of the skull (Table 6-2)
MATCHING
Match each of the terms with the correct definition, description, or function.
| a. | diaphysis | i. | lacuna |
| b. | epiphyses | j. | epiphyseal plate |
| c. | periosteum | k. | diarthrotic |
| d. | endosteum | l. | hematopoiesis |
| e. | medullary cavity | m. | synarthrotic |
| f. | osteoclast | n. | articulations |
| g. | osteoblast | o. | amphiarthrotic |
| h. | canaliculi | ||
- _____ Bone-forming cells
- _____ Hollow shaft of the long bone
- _____ A bone can grow as long as this remains
- _____ Thin layer of connective tissue that lines the medullary canal
- _____ Small canals that carry nutrients to bone cells
- _____ Tough connective tissue surrounding the shaft of long bones
- _____ Hollow part of the bone where marrow is stored
- _____ Bone-resorbing cells
- _____ Small spaces in the bone matrix where bone cells are located
- _____ Ends of long bones
- _____ Type of joint that allows no movement
- _____ Refers to the process of blood cell formation
- _____ Type of joint that allows for free movement
- _____ Another term for joints
- _____ Type of joint that allows for slight, limited movement
- ANS: G DIF: Memorization REF: Page: 125
TOP: Bone formation and growth
- ANS: A DIF: Memorization REF: Page: 122
TOP: Structure of long bones
- ANS: J DIF: Memorization REF: Page: 125
TOP: Bone formation and growth
- ANS: D DIF: Memorization REF: Page: 122
TOP: Structure of long bones
- ANS: H DIF: Memorization REF: Page: 123
TOP: Microscopic structure of bone and cartilage
- ANS: C DIF: Memorization REF: Page: 122
TOP: Structure of long bones
- ANS: E DIF: Memorization REF: Page: 122
TOP: Structure of long bones
- ANS: F DIF: Memorization REF: Page: 125
TOP: Bone formation and growth
- ANS: I DIF: Memorization REF: Page: 123
TOP: Microscopic structure of bone and cartilage
- ANS: B DIF: Memorization REF: Page: 122
TOP: Structure of long bones
- ANS: M DIF: Memorization REF: Page: 142
TOP: Kinds of joints
- ANS: L DIF: Memorization REF: Page: 122
TOP: Functions of the skeletal system
- ANS: K DIF: Memorization REF: Page: 142
TOP: Kinds of joints
- ANS: N DIF: Memorization REF: Page: 121
TOP: Introduction
- ANS: O DIF: Memorization REF: Page: 142
TOP: Kinds of joints
Match each bone with its description or location.
| a. | femur | h. | metatarsals |
| b. | humerus | i. | patella |
| c. | ulna | j. | ribs |
| d. | fibula | k. | phalanges |
| e. | zygomatic bone | l. | sternum |
| f. | mandible | m. | stapes |
| g. | carpals | ||
- _____ Cheekbone
- _____ Bone of the thigh
- _____ Bones of the wrist
- _____ Can be true, false, or floating
- _____ One of the bones of the lower leg
- _____ Bone of the upper arm
- _____ Kneecap
- _____ One of the bones of the lower arm
- _____ Bone of the lower jaw
- _____ Bones of the foot
- _____ One of the bones of the middle ear
- _____ Bones of the fingers and toes
- _____ Breast bone to which the ribs attach
- ANS: E DIF: Memorization REF: Page: 131
TOP: Bones of the skull (Table 6-2)
- ANS: A DIF: Memorization REF: Page: 141
TOP: Bones of the lower extremity (Table 6-6)
- ANS: G DIF: Memorization REF: Page: 138
TOP: Bones of the upper extremity (Table 6-5)
- ANS: J DIF: Memorization REF: Page: 135
TOP: Thorax
- ANS: D DIF: Memorization REF: Page: 141
TOP: Bones of the lower extremity (Table 6-6)
- ANS: B DIF: Memorization REF: Page: 138
TOP: Bones of the upper extremity (Table 6-5)
- ANS: I DIF: Memorization REF: Page: 141
TOP: Bones of the lower extremity (Table 6-6)
- ANS: C DIF: Memorization REF: Page: 138
TOP: Bones of the upper extremity (Table 6-5)
- ANS: F DIF: Memorization REF: Page: 131
TOP: Bones of the skull (Table 6-2)
- ANS: H DIF: Memorization REF: Page: 141
TOP: Bones of the lower extremity (Table 6-6)
- ANS: M DIF: Memorization REF: Page: 131
TOP: Bones of the skull (Table 6-2)
- ANS: K DIF: Memorization REF: Page: 138 & 141
TOP: Bones of the upper extremity (Table 6-5) and Bones of the lower extremity (Table 6-6)
- ANS: L DIF: Memorization REF: Page: 134 & 135
TOP: Thorax
SHORT ANSWER
- Name and explain the five functions of the skeletal system.
ANS:
(Answers may vary)
DIF: Memorization REF: Page: 122
TOP: Functions of the skeletal system
- Name the four types of bone described in the text and give an example of each.
ANS:
(Answers may vary)
DIF: Memorization REF: Page: 122 TOP: Types of bones
- List and briefly explain the structures of the long bone.
ANS:
(Answers may vary)
DIF: Memorization REF: Page: 122
TOP: Structure of long bones
- Describe the structure of the osteon.
ANS:
(Answers may vary)
DIF: Memorization REF: Page: 123
TOP: Microscopic structure of bone and cartilage
- Bone heals well, yet cartilage does not heal well at all. Based on the microscopic structure of each, explain why this is the case.
ANS:
(Answers may vary)
DIF: Synthesis REF: Page: 123-124
TOP: Microscopic structure of bone and cartilage
- What is osteoporosis? How can it be prevented or treated?
ANS:
(Answers may vary)
DIF: Memorization REF: Page: 127
TOP: Health and well-being—Osteoporosis
- Explain the function of the following cells: osteoblast, osteoclasts, and epiphyseal plates.
ANS:
(Answers may vary)
DIF: Memorization REF: Page: 124-125
TOP: Bone formation and growth
- A boy in his late teens who was 5 feet, 1 inch tall wanted to be given growth hormone. The doctor took x-rays of his skeleton and found that there were no epiphyseal plates in his long bones. What should he tell the boy about his request for growth hormone? Explain your answer.
ANS:
(Answers may vary)
DIF: Synthesis REF: Page: 125 TOP: Bone formation and growth
- What important function explains the biggest difference between the male skeleton and female skeleton?
ANS:
(Answers may vary)
DIF: Application REF: Page: 139
TOP: Differences between a man’s and a woman’s skeleton.
- Name the three types of joints in the body and give an example of each.
ANS:
(Answers may vary)
DIF: Application REF: Page: 142-144
TOP: Joints (articulations)
- Pick a limb of the body, either an arm or leg, and name the bones in that limb
starting proximally and moving distally.
ANS:
Either: Humerus, ulna, radius, carpals, metacarpals, phalanges OR femur
tibia, fibula, tarsals, metatarsals, phalanges
DIF: Application REF: Page: 135, 136, & 139
TOP: Upper extremity and Lower extremity
