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Which of the following statements about the mandible is NOT true?
Which of the following statements about the mandible is NOT true?
- It forms immobile joints with other bones in the skull (correct)
- It is part of the axial skeleton
- It plays a role in chewing and speech production
- It is the only movable bone in the skull
What is the primary function of fontanels in newborns?
What is the primary function of fontanels in newborns?
- To connect the facial bones of the skull
- To allow blood vessels to pass through
- To facilitate movement during childbirth
- To permit brain growth and entry into the birth canal (correct)
Which of the following is NOT a function of sinuses in the skull?
Which of the following is NOT a function of sinuses in the skull?
- Allowing passage of blood vessels and nerves (correct)
- Being lined with mucous membranes and ciliated epithelium
- Serving as resonating chambers for the voice
- Lightening the skull
Which category of bones includes the bony framework of the head and trunk?
Which category of bones includes the bony framework of the head and trunk?
How many frontal bones make up the cranium?
How many frontal bones make up the cranium?
Which of the following bones is NOT part of the face section of the skull?
Which of the following bones is NOT part of the face section of the skull?
What is the main function of the appendicular skeleton?
What is the main function of the appendicular skeleton?
What is the main function of Osteocyte in the bone?
What is the main function of Osteocyte in the bone?
Which type of joint is classified as 'immovable' according to structural classification?
Which type of joint is classified as 'immovable' according to structural classification?
How many bones are there in the adult human skeleton?
How many bones are there in the adult human skeleton?
Which type of bone cell is responsible for absorbing and removing unwanted tissue in bone marrow?
Which type of bone cell is responsible for absorbing and removing unwanted tissue in bone marrow?