Human Anatomy: Joint Classifications Quiz

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What type of joint is characterized as immovable and connected by fibrous tissue?

Diarthrosis

Amphiarthrosis

Synarthrosis (correct)

Hinge joint

Which of the following joints allows for limited movement and is typically held together by cartilage?

Amphiarthrosis (correct)

Syndesmosis

Synovial joint

Ball-and-socket joint

Identify the joint classification that is also referred to as a synovial joint.

Fibrous joint

Diarthrosis (correct)

Synarthrosis

Amphiarthrosis

Which of the following is an example of a synarthrosis joint?

Cranial sutures (D) Signup and view all the answers

What type of joint is typically found between the vertebrae?

Amphiarthrosis (D) Signup and view all the answers

Which type of joint is connected by cartilage and includes a cavity with synovial fluid?

Diarthrosis (D) Signup and view all the answers

Which joint type provides the highest range of motion?

Diarthrosis (A) Signup and view all the answers

Identify a characteristic of synarthrosis joints.

They are immovable. (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the total number of bones in the adult human skeletal system?

206 (B) Signup and view all the answers

Which subdivision of the skeleton includes the ribs, sternum, and vertebrae?

Axial skeleton (B) Signup and view all the answers

Which term describes a joint in which the bones are connected by fibrocartilage?

Symphysis (A) Signup and view all the answers

How many bones make up the upper extremities and pectoral girdle?

64 (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the function of a condyle in the skeletal system?

A curve at the end of a bone forming part of a joint (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the total number of bones in the appendicular skeleton?

126 (C) Signup and view all the answers

Which anatomical feature describes a shallow depression in a bone?

Fossa (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of the external auditory meatus?

Opening of the ear canal (C) Signup and view all the answers

Which bone structure serves as the temporary unossified area on an infant's skull?

Fontanel (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is a feature of the mandible that allows it to articulate with the skull?

Mandibular fossa (A) Signup and view all the answers

Which bone forms the ball-shaped joint that articulates with the os coxae?

Femur (C) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following bones is part of the pectoral girdle?

Scapula (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the function of the glenoid cavity?

Articulates with the head of the humerus (C) Signup and view all the answers

Which forearm bone is located laterally?

Radius (A) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following bones is referred to as the shinbone?

Tibia (B) Signup and view all the answers

Which bone articulates with the talus and is termed the heel bone?

Calcaneus (D) Signup and view all the answers

How many carpal bones are present in the human wrist?

16 (C) Signup and view all the answers

Which process is located on the distal end of the ulna?

Styloid process (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary function of the clavicle?

Connects the upper limb to the torso (A) Signup and view all the answers

What type of bone is the humerus classified as?

Long bone (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary function of the patella in the human body?

Aid in the movement of the knee (A) Signup and view all the answers

What type of bone tissue is spongy bone most associated with?

Blood cell production (C) Signup and view all the answers

Which type of bone is known for providing the most structural strength to the skeleton?

Compact bone (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of osteocytes in bone tissue?

Maintain bone health (D) Signup and view all the answers

Which bone is part of the axial skeleton?

Sternum (A) Signup and view all the answers

Which structure is NOT a feature of the frontal bone?

Crista galli (A) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following bones forms the base of the skull?

Occipital bone (A) Signup and view all the answers

Which bone articulates with the temporal bone at the zygomatic process to form the zygomatic arch?

Zygomatic (B) Signup and view all the answers

What does the hyoid bone primarily support?

Tongue muscles (A) Signup and view all the answers

Which type of bone includes the vertebrae?

Irregular bones (A) Signup and view all the answers

What are the two major divisions of the temporal bone?

Squamous and petrous (A) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following best describes true ribs?

They connect directly to the sternum. (D) Signup and view all the answers

Which bone is commonly referred to as the lower jaw?

Mandible (B) Signup and view all the answers

What feature is unique to the sphenoid bone?

Sella turcica (C) Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Skeletal System Overview

The adult human skeleton contains 206 bones.
The skeletal system is divided into axial and appendicular skeletons.
The axial skeleton comprises the skull, vertebrae, thorax, and hyoid bone, forming the central structure to which the appendicular skeleton is attached.
The appendicular skeleton consists of 126 bones, including the pectoral girdle, upper extremities, pelvic girdle, and lower extremities.
Skull (22 bones + 6 ear ossicles)
Hyoid bone
Vertebrae (26 bones)
Sternum (1 bone)
Ribs (24 bones)
Upper extremities + pectoral girdle (64 bones)
Lower extremities + pelvic girdle (62 bones)

Learning Objectives

Identify the major subdivisions of the skeletal system, including individual bones, their numbers, and their important functions.
Compare and contrast the different categories of articulations, listing examples of each system.

Terminology - Basics

Axial skeleton: The 80 bones composing the skull, vertebrae, thorax, and hyoid bone; the central structure to which the appendicular skeleton is attached.
Appendicular skeleton: The 126 bones comprising the pectoral girdle, upper extremities, pelvic girdle, and lower extremities.

Terminology - Joints

Articulation: The connection between two or more bones (a joint).
Joint: The connection between two bones; an articulation.
Sutural: Relating to the line of union in an immovable articulation, such as between the cranial bones.
Symphysis: A joint in which the bones are connected by fibrocartilage, for example, the pubic symphysis.

Terminology - Bone Features

Condyle: A curved protuberance at the end of a bone, forming part of an articulation.
Epicondyle: A protuberance on or above a condyle of a long bone.
Eminence: A prominence or projection of a bone.
Fossa: A shallow depression.
Meatus: A passage or opening through a bone.
Protuberance: An anatomic landmark appearing as a blunt projection (like a knob).

Terminology - Specific Structures

Carotid canal: A canal or passageway in the temporal bone through which the internal carotid artery passes.
External auditory meatus: The lateral, outer opening of the ear (auditory canal).
Mandibular fossa: The depression in the temporal bone where the mandible's condyle fits.
Pubic symphysis: The slightly movable junction of the anterior portion of the os coxae.
Zygomatic: Pertaining to the cheek bone.

Terminology - Other Terms

Conchae: Ridges within the nasal cavity walls.
Fontanel: A temporarily unossified area on the surface of an infant's cranium.
Ossicles: Any small bones, such as the three bones of the middle ear.
Malleolus: Bony prominence on either side of the ankle.
Prominence: A bony prominence close to the skin's surface (superficial).
Sesamoid bone: A bone shaped like a sesame seed, embedded in a tendon (e.g., the patella).

Tissue Types

Cancellous (spongy) bone: Porous bone tissue inside bones.
Spongy tissue (Bone marrow): Contains stem cells and produces blood cells.
Compact bone: The hard, dense outer layer of bone, containing osteocytes (bone cells) in tiny spaces called lacunae.
Cartilage: Flexible but firm connective tissue providing structure and support.

Functions of Bone

Support: The framework for the body.
Protection: Safeguarding internal organs.
Movement: Lever system for muscles.
Storage: Storing minerals (calcium and phosphorus).
Hemopoiesis: Blood cell formation.

Types of Bones

Long bones: Examples include the humerus.
Short bones: Examples include carpals.
Irregular bones: Examples include vertebrae.
Sesamoid bones: Examples include the patella.
Sutural bones: Examples include cranial bones.

The Axial Skeleton - 80 Bones

Skull: The cranium (8 bones) and facial bones (14).
Spine: Cervical (7 vertebrae), thoracic (12 vertebrae), lumbar (5 vertebrae), sacrum (1 bone), coccyx (1 bone).
Chest: Sternum (1 bone) and Ribs (24 bones).
Hyoid: (1 bone)

The Skull (22 bones + 6 ear ossicles)

Features: Calvaria - top part of skull, Orbit – cavity holding eyes and appendages.
Cranium (8 bones):
Frontal bone (1)
Parietal bones (2)
Occipital bone (1)
Temporal bones (2)
Sphenoid bone (1)
Ethmoid bone (1)
Facial bones (14):
Nasal bones (2)
Lacrimal bones (2)
Zygomatic bones (2)
Palatine bones (2)
Maxilla (2)
Vomer (1)
Inferior nasal conchae (2)
Mandible (1)

The Appendicular Skeleton - 126 Bones (Details omitted for brevity due to lengthy list)

Upper extremities + pectoral girdle (64 bones): Clavicle, Scapula, Humerus, Ulna, Radius, Carpals, Metacarpals, Phalanges
Lower extremities + pelvic girdle (62 bones): Os Coxae, Femur, Patella, Tibia, Fibula, Tarsals, Metatarsals, Phalanges

Arthrology - The Study of Joints

Joint: The connection between two or more bones.
Types of Joints:
Synarthrosis: Immovable joints (e.g., cranial sutures).
Amphiarthrosis: Slightly movable joints (e.g., pubic symphysis).
Diarthrosis: Freely movable joints (e.g., shoulder, elbow, wrist).

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