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Human Skeleton Structure and Functions

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What type of joint is the knee joint classified as?

Ball-and-socket joint
Pivot joint
Synovial joint (correct)
Hinge joint

What is the function of the ligaments in the knee joint?

To provide stability and protection to the capsule (correct)
To absorb shock
To produce synovial fluid
To produce cartilage

What is the function of the thoracic cage?

To support the chest wall and protect heart and lungs (correct)
To connect the upper and lower limbs
To protect the brain
To facilitate flexibility and movement

How many cartilaginous discs (menisci) are present in the knee joint?

Two (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the function of the synovial fluid in the knee joint?

To reduce friction between the bones (C) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is an example of a slightly movable joint?

Pubic symphysis (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the function of the synovial membrane in a joint?

To secrete a lubricant synovial fluid (D) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following bones is NOT part of the lower limb?

Scapula (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the function of the coccygeal bone?

To form the pelvic girdle (C) Signup and view all the answers

How many bones are present in the human foot?

12 (D) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is an example of an immovable joint?

Cranial suture (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the function of joint ligaments?

To reinforce joints (B) Signup and view all the answers

How many bones are in the human skeleton at birth?

380 (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the main function of the axial skeleton?

To provide support and protection to vital organs (C) Signup and view all the answers

Which vertebra is called the atlas?

1st vertebra (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the function of the intervertebral discs?

To separate the vertebrae (D) Signup and view all the answers

How many thoracic vertebrae are in the human spine?

12 (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the function of the cranium?

To support the structures of the face and form the cranial, nasal and oral cavities (B) Signup and view all the answers

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