Human Anatomy Quiz: Joints and Movements
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What type of joint is formed when two bones are connected by longer collagenous fibers, providing more mobility than a suture?

  • Cartilaginous joint
  • Hinge joint
  • Synovial joint
  • Fibrous joint (correct)
  • In which type of cartilaginous joint do bones unite via hyaline cartilage, often seen in the first rib's attachment to the sternum?

  • Synchondrosis (correct)
  • Symphysis
  • Amphiarthrosis
  • Fibrocartilage joint
  • What movement is referred to as reducing the angle between the body parts, commonly seen when bending the elbow?

  • Flexion (correct)
  • Circumduction
  • Extension
  • Adduction
  • Which joint is an example of a ball-and-socket joint?

    <p>Shoulder joint</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of synovial joint allows for rotational movement around a longitudinal axis?

    <p>Pivot joint</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main feature of a synovial joint that separates two bones and contains synovial fluid?

    <p>Joint cavity</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of arthritis is characterized by an autoimmune response attacking joint tissues?

    <p>Rheumatoid arthritis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What kind of movement is dorsiflexion?

    <p>Moving the foot upwards towards the shin</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which connective tissue structure encloses the joint cavity in a synovial joint?

    <p>Joint capsule</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What congenital deformity occurs when the maxillae fails to fuse properly?

    <p>Cleft palate</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of joint is exemplified by the pubic symphysis?

    <p>Symphysis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What nutritional preparation is recommended to prevent spina bifida?

    <p>Three months of folic acid supplementation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following describes the condition known as scoliosis?

    <p>Abnormal lateral curvature of the spine</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of joint is characterized as being immovable and formed by the ossification of two bones?

    <p>Bony joint</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which abnormal spinal curvature involves an exaggerated thoracic curve, commonly referred to as hunchback?

    <p>Kyphosis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which structure of the vertebra serves as a passageway for spinal nerves?

    <p>Intervertebral foramen</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What factors mainly contribute to the development of lordosis, also known as swayback?

    <p>Pregnancy and obesity</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a common initial symptom of tendonitis?

    <p>Swelling and pain</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of joint is formed when adjacent bones are connected by collagen fibers?

    <p>Fibrous joints</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which condition results in a partial dislocation of a joint, often accompanied by sprains?

    <p>Subluxation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What characteristic is different between the male and female pelvic structures?

    <p>Size of the obturator foramen</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following abnormalities is associated with exaggerated lumbar curvature?

    <p>Lordosis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one method used to assess spinal curvature abnormality?

    <p>Cobb angle measurement</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What dietary source is particularly beneficial for nourishing cartilage according to the content provided?

    <p>Green leafy vegetables</p> Signup and view all the answers

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