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Thibodeau and Patton: Structure & Function of the Body, 14th Edition

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Chapter 6: The Skeletal System


MULTIPLE CHOICE

1. 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

2. 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

3. 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

4. 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

5. The bones of the spine are examples of:


a. a short bone
b. a long bone

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c. a flat bone
d. an irregular bone
ANS: D DIF: Memorization REF: Page: 122
TOP: Types of bones

6. 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

7. 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

8. 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

9. 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

10. 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

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TOP: Microscopic structure of bone and cartilage

11. 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

12. 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

13. 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

14. 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

15. 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

16. The bone-resorbing cells are called:


a. osteoclasts

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b. osteocytes
c. osteoblasts
d. chondrocytes
ANS: A DIF: Memorization REF: Page: 125
TOP: Bone formation and growth

17. 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

18. 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

19. 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

20. 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

21. The upper jaw bone is called the:


a. zygomatic
b. maxilla
c. mandible
d. none of the above

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ANS: B DIF: Memorization REF: Page: 131


TOP: Bones of the skull (Table 6-2)

22. 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)

23. 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)

24. 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)

25. 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

26. 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

27. The two bones of the lower arm are the:

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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

28. 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

29. 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

30. 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

31. 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

32. The bone of the thigh is the:


a. ulna
b. radius
c. humerus
d. femur

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ANS: D DIF: Memorization REF: Page: 139


TOP: Lower extremity

33. 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)

34. 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)

35. 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)

36. 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

37. 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

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38. 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

39. 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

40. 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)

41. 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)

42. 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

43. The lambdoidal suture is formed by the joining of the:


a. occipital bone and the temporal bones
b. temporal bones and the frontal bone

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c. parietal bones and the occipital bone


d. parietal bones and the frontal bone
ANS: C DIF: Memorization REF: Page: 130
TOP: Skull

44. 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)

45. 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)

46. 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)

47. 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)

48. Moving the arm in a circle around the shoulder joint is:

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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)

49. 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)

50. 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)

51. 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)

52. Which of the following spins one bone relative to another?


a. flexion
b. rotation
c. abduction
d. extension

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e. adduction
f. circumduction
ANS: B DIF: Memorization REF: Page: 148
TOP: Types of joint movements (Table 6-7)

TRUE/FALSE

53. 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

54. 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

55. The carpals are an example of short bones.

ANS: T DIF: Memorization REF: Page: 122


TOP: Types of bones

56. The vertebrae are examples of flat bones.

ANS: F DIF: Memorization REF: Page: 122


TOP: Types of bones

57. The frontal bone of the skull is an example of an irregular bone.

ANS: F DIF: Memorization REF: Page: 122


TOP: Types of bones

58. The diaphysis is the hollow shaft of the long bone.

ANS: T DIF: Memorization REF: Page: 122


TOP: Structure of long bones

59. The articular cartilage covers and cushions the ends of the bones.

ANS: T DIF: Memorization REF: Page: 122


TOP: Structure of long bones

60. The periosteum lines the medullary cavity.

ANS: F DIF: Memorization REF: Page: 122

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TOP: Structure of long bones

61. 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

62. The needlelike threads of spongy bone are called trabeculae.

ANS: T DIF: Memorization REF: Page: 123


TOP: Microscopic structure of bone and cartilage

63. 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

64. 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

65. 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

66. Chondrocytes are cartilage cells.

ANS: T DIF: Memorization REF: Page: 124


TOP: Microscopic structure of bone and cartilage

67. Osteoclasts are the bone-forming cells.

ANS: F DIF: Memorization REF: Page: 125


TOP: Bone formation and growth

68. Osteoblasts are the bone-resorbing cells.

ANS: F DIF: Memorization REF: Page: 125


TOP: Bone formation and growth

69. Most of the bones of the body begin as cartilage.

ANS: T DIF: Memorization REF: Page: 124


TOP: Bone formation and growth

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70. 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

71. The “soft spots” in a baby’s skull are referred to as fontanels.

ANS: T DIF: Memorization REF: Page: 130


TOP: Skull

72. 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

73. 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

74. 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

75. The bones of the middle ear are part of the axial skeleton.

ANS: T DIF: Memorization REF: Page: 127


TOP: Skull

76. 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)

77. 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)

78. The maxilla is the bone of the lower jaw.

ANS: F DIF: Memorization REF: Page: 131

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TOP: Bones of the skull (Table 6-2)

79. The zygomatic bone is the cheekbone.

ANS: T DIF: Memorization REF: Page: 131


TOP: Bones of the skull (Table 6-2)

80. 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)

81. 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)

82. 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

83. 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

84. The sternum is also called the breastbone.

ANS: T DIF: Memorization REF: Page: 134


TOP: Thorax

85. The scapula and clavicle make up the pectoral girdle.

ANS: T DIF: Memorization REF: Page: 135


TOP: Upper extremity

86. The tibia and fibula are the bones of the lower arm.

ANS: F DIF: Memorization REF: Page: 136


TOP: Upper extremity

87. The femur is the bone of the thigh.

ANS: T DIF: Memorization REF: Page: 139

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TOP: Lower extremity

88. The phalanges are the bones of the fingers and toes.

ANS: T DIF: Memorization REF: Page: 136-139


TOP: Upper extremity and Lower extremity

89. The tibia and fibula are bones of the lower leg.

ANS: T DIF: Memorization REF: Page: 139


TOP: Lower extremity

90. The carpals are the bones of the hand.

ANS: F DIF: Memorization REF: Page: 136


TOP: Upper extremity

91. 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)

92. The patella is another term for the kneecap.

ANS: T DIF: Memorization REF: Page: 139


TOP: Lower extremity

93. 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)

94. The metacarpals are the bones of the foot.

ANS: F DIF: Memorization REF: Page: 136


TOP: Upper extremity

95. 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

96. A joint with only slight movement is called a diarthrotic joint.

ANS: F DIF: Memorization REF: Page: 142

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TOP: Joints (articulations)

97. A joint with no movement is called a synarthrotic joint.

ANS: T DIF: Memorization REF: Page: 142


TOP: Joints (articulations)

98. A diarthrotic joint is a freely moving joint.

ANS: T DIF: Memorization REF: Page: 142


TOP: Joints (articulations)

99. The sutures of the skull are synarthrotic joints.

ANS: T DIF: Memorization REF: Page: 143


TOP: Joints (articulations)

100. The knee is an amphiarthrotic joint.

ANS: F DIF: Memorization REF: Page: 143


TOP: Joints (articulations)

101. The hip is a diarthrotic joint.

ANS: T DIF: Memorization REF: Page: 143 & 144


TOP: Joints (articulations)

102. A ligament is a band of connective tissue that holds two bones together.

ANS: T DIF: Memorization REF: Page: 144


TOP: Joints (articulations)

103. The hinge joint provides the widest range of motion for the body.

ANS: F DIF: Memorization REF: Page: 144


TOP: Joints (articulations)

104. 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)

105. 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)

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106. 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)

107. 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)

108. The word “articulation” is another word for joint.

ANS: T DIF: Memorization REF: Page: 121


TOP: Introduction

109. The interaction between muscle and bone allows the body to move.

ANS: T DIF: Application REF: Page: 122 TOP: Movement

110. The function of hematopoiesis is accomplished in the osteon of the bone.

ANS: F DIF: Memorization REF: Page: 122


TOP: Hemopoiesis

111. 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

112. Between the two diaphyses of a long bone is the epiphysis.

ANS: F DIF: Memorization REF: Page: 122


TOP: Structure of long bones

113. The endosteum is more interior (deep) than the periosteum.

ANS: T DIF: Application REF: Page: 122


TOP: Structure of long bones

114. Both bone and cartilage are examples of connective tissue.

ANS: T DIF: Memorization REF: Page: 123


TOP: Microscopic structure of bone and cartilage

115. The central canal of the osteon is also called the medullary cavity.

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ANS: F DIF: Memorization REF: Page: 122-123


TOP: Microscopic structure of bone and cartilage

116. 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

117. Osteocytes can be found in the lacunae of the osteon.

ANS: T DIF: Memorization REF: Page: 123


TOP: Microscopic structure of bone and cartilage

118. Like bone cells, cartilage cells are located in lacunae.

ANS: T DIF: Memorization REF: Page: 124


TOP: Microscopic structure of bone and cartilage

119. Canaliculi supply food and oxygen to cartilage cells.

ANS: F DIF: Memorization REF: Page: 124


TOP: Microscopic structure of bone and cartilage

120. Osteoblasts and osteoclasts do opposite functions in the bone.

ANS: T DIF: Application REF: Page: 125


TOP: Bone formation and growth

121. The skull is formed by endochondral ossification.

ANS: F DIF: Memorization REF: Page: 125


TOP: Bone formation and growth

122. When fontanels fuse, they form sutures.

ANS: T DIF: Memorization REF: Page: 130


TOP: Skull

123. The spine has three curves; two convex and one concave.

ANS: F DIF: Memorization REF: Page: 133


TOP: Spine (vertebral column)

124. Because the last two sets of ribs are not attached to any other bones in the body, they are called
floating ribs.

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ANS: F DIF: Memorization REF: Page: 135


TOP: Thorax

125. Only the true ribs attach to the sternum by the costal cartilage.

ANS: F DIF: Application REF: Page: 135 TOP: Thorax

126. 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)

127. 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

128. Bones are the primary organ of the skeletal system.

ANS: T DIF: Memorization REF: Page: 121


TOP: Introduction

129. Bones are the only major structure in the body that is not considered living.

ANS: F DIF: Memorization REF: Page: 121


TOP: Introduction

130. The articular cartilage covers and protects the diaphysis of the long bones.

ANS: F DIF: Memorization REF: Page: 122


TOP: Structure of long bones

131. The calcified rings of compact bone are called canaliculi.

ANS: F DIF: Memorization REF: Page: 123


TOP: Microscopic structure of bone and cartilage

132. 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)

133. The head of the femur fits into a deep, cup-shaped socket in the coxal bone called the
acetabulum.

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ANS: T DIF: Memorization REF: Page: 139


TOP: Lower extremity

134. 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
135. _____ Bone-forming cells
136. _____ Hollow shaft of the long bone
137. _____ A bone can grow as long as this remains
138. _____ Thin layer of connective tissue that lines the medullary canal
139. _____ Small canals that carry nutrients to bone cells
140. _____ Tough connective tissue surrounding the shaft of long bones
141. _____ Hollow part of the bone where marrow is stored
142. _____ Bone-resorbing cells
143. _____ Small spaces in the bone matrix where bone cells are located
144. _____ Ends of long bones
145. _____ Type of joint that allows no movement
146. _____ Refers to the process of blood cell formation
147. _____ Type of joint that allows for free movement
148. _____ Another term for joints
149. _____ Type of joint that allows for slight, limited movement

135. ANS: G DIF: Memorization REF: Page: 125


TOP: Bone formation and growth
136. ANS: A DIF: Memorization REF: Page: 122
TOP: Structure of long bones
137. ANS: J DIF: Memorization REF: Page: 125
TOP: Bone formation and growth
138. ANS: D DIF: Memorization REF: Page: 122
TOP: Structure of long bones

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139. ANS: H DIF: Memorization REF: Page: 123


TOP: Microscopic structure of bone and cartilage
140. ANS: C DIF: Memorization REF: Page: 122
TOP: Structure of long bones
141. ANS: E DIF: Memorization REF: Page: 122
TOP: Structure of long bones
142. ANS: F DIF: Memorization REF: Page: 125
TOP: Bone formation and growth
143. ANS: I DIF: Memorization REF: Page: 123
TOP: Microscopic structure of bone and cartilage
144. ANS: B DIF: Memorization REF: Page: 122
TOP: Structure of long bones
145. ANS: M DIF: Memorization REF: Page: 142
TOP: Kinds of joints
146. ANS: L DIF: Memorization REF: Page: 122
TOP: Functions of the skeletal system
147. ANS: K DIF: Memorization REF: Page: 142
TOP: Kinds of joints
148. ANS: N DIF: Memorization REF: Page: 121
TOP: Introduction
149. 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
150. _____ Cheekbone
151. _____ Bone of the thigh
152. _____ Bones of the wrist
153. _____ Can be true, false, or floating
154. _____ One of the bones of the lower leg
155. _____ Bone of the upper arm
156. _____ Kneecap
157. _____ One of the bones of the lower arm
158. _____ Bone of the lower jaw
159. _____ Bones of the foot
160. _____ One of the bones of the middle ear
161. _____ Bones of the fingers and toes
162. _____ Breast bone to which the ribs attach

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150. ANS: E DIF: Memorization REF: Page: 131


TOP: Bones of the skull (Table 6-2)
151. ANS: A DIF: Memorization REF: Page: 141
TOP: Bones of the lower extremity (Table 6-6)
152. ANS: G DIF: Memorization REF: Page: 138
TOP: Bones of the upper extremity (Table 6-5)
153. ANS: J DIF: Memorization REF: Page: 135
TOP: Thorax
154. ANS: D DIF: Memorization REF: Page: 141
TOP: Bones of the lower extremity (Table 6-6)
155. ANS: B DIF: Memorization REF: Page: 138
TOP: Bones of the upper extremity (Table 6-5)
156. ANS: I DIF: Memorization REF: Page: 141
TOP: Bones of the lower extremity (Table 6-6)
157. ANS: C DIF: Memorization REF: Page: 138
TOP: Bones of the upper extremity (Table 6-5)
158. ANS: F DIF: Memorization REF: Page: 131
TOP: Bones of the skull (Table 6-2)
159. ANS: H DIF: Memorization REF: Page: 141
TOP: Bones of the lower extremity (Table 6-6)
160. ANS: M DIF: Memorization REF: Page: 131
TOP: Bones of the skull (Table 6-2)
161. 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)
162. ANS: L DIF: Memorization REF: Page: 134 &
135
TOP: Thorax

SHORT ANSWER

163. 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

164. Name the four types of bone described in the text and give an example of each.

ANS:
(Answers may vary)

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DIF: Memorization REF: Page: 122 TOP: Types of bones

165. List and briefly explain the structures of the long bone.

ANS:
(Answers may vary)

DIF: Memorization REF: Page: 122


TOP: Structure of long bones

166. Describe the structure of the osteon.

ANS:
(Answers may vary)

DIF: Memorization REF: Page: 123


TOP: Microscopic structure of bone and cartilage

167. 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

168. 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

169. 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

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170. 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

171. 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.

172. 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)

173. 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

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