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

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

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

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

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

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?

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

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

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

Which type of joint is exemplified by the pubic symphysis?

<p>Symphysis (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What nutritional preparation is recommended to prevent spina bifida?

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

Which of the following describes the condition known as scoliosis?

<p>Abnormal lateral curvature of the spine (B)</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 (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

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

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

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

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

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

What is a common initial symptom of tendonitis?

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

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?

<p>Lordosis (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is one method used to assess spinal curvature abnormality?

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

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