Anatomy of the Skeletal System

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What part of the long bone lies between the epiphysis and diaphysis?

  • Metaphysis (correct)
  • Compact bone
  • Periosteum
  • Medullary cavity

Which of the following bones is not considered a long bone?

  • Tibia
  • Carpal (correct)
  • Femur
  • Metacarpal

What is the outermost layer of the diaphysis of a long bone?

  • Compact bone
  • Spongy bone
  • Periosteum (correct)
  • Medullary cavity

Which of the following bones is considered a flat bone?

<p>Skull vault (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following bones is considered a pneumatic bone?

<p>Frontal bone (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main function of short bones?

<p>To resist pressure (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary function of the spongy bone layer in flat bones?

<p>To provide more protection to internal organs (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which type of bone tissue is responsible for the lightweight structure of pneumatic bones?

<p>Air cavities (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary function of a sesamoid bone?

<p>To prevent friction between a tendon and the underlying bone (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which type of bone tissue is responsible for the strength of the outer surface of a bone?

<p>Compact bone (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which arteries supply blood to the medullary cavity of a long bone?

<p>Nutrient artery (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What type of nerves supply long bones?

<p>Both a and b (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main function of the thoracic cage?

<p>To protect the heart, lungs, and other vital organs in the thorax (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How many vertebrae make up the vertebral column?

<p>33 vertebrae (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which bone of the lower limb is responsible for transmitting the body's weight from the pelvis to the lower leg?

<p>Femur (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which bone of the shoulder girdle connects the upper limb to the axial skeleton?

<p>Clavicle (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which bone of the skull forms the majority of the face?

<p>Maxilla (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the function of the hyoid bone?

<p>To facilitate swallowing and speech (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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