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?

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

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

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

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What kind of movement is dorsiflexion?

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

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

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

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Which type of joint is exemplified by the pubic symphysis?

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What nutritional preparation is recommended to prevent spina bifida?

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Which of the following describes the condition known as scoliosis?

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

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

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

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

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What is a common initial symptom of tendonitis?

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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What is one method used to assess spinal curvature abnormality?

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

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Flashcards

Fibrous Joint

A joint where two bones are connected by longer collagenous fibers, allowing more movement than a suture.

Synchondrosis

A cartilaginous joint where bones unite via hyaline cartilage.

Flexion

Movement that decreases the angle between body parts.

Ball-and-Socket Joint

A joint in which the rounded surface of bone moves within a depression on another bone.

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Pivot Joint

A synovial joint allowing rotation around a longitudinal axis.

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Joint Cavity

The space between two bones in a synovial joint, filled with synovial fluid.

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Rheumatoid Arthritis

An autoimmune disease where the body attacks joint tissues.

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Dorsiflexion

Lifting the foot upwards towards the shin.

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Joint Capsule

The connective tissue structure that encloses the joint cavity in a synovial joint.

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Cleft Palate

A birth defect resulting from incomplete fusion of the maxillae.

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Symphysis

A cartilaginous joint where bones are connected by fibrocartilage.

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Folic acid

Supplementation reduces risk of neural tube defects.

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Scoliosis

Lateral curvature of the spine.

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Bony Joint

An immovable joint formed by the fusion of two bones.

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Kyphosis

Exaggerated outward curvature of the thoracic spine.

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Intervertebral Foramen

The opening formed by vertebral notches through which spinal nerves pass.

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Lordosis

Exaggerated inward curvature of the lumbar spine.

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Tendonitis

A common initial symptom is swelling and pain.

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Fibrous Joints

Joints where adjacent bones are bound by collagen fibers.

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Subluxation

A partial dislocation of a joint.

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Size of the obturator foramen

Foramen of a male is bigger

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Lordosis

Exaggerated curvature of the lumbar spine

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Cobb Angle Measurement

Measuring the angle of spinal curvature to assess scoliosis.

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Green Leafy Vegetables

Provide nutrients to cartilage

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