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?

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

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

<p>To reduce friction between the bones (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

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

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

<p>To secrete a lubricant synovial fluid (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

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

What is the function of the coccygeal bone?

<p>To form the pelvic girdle (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How many bones are present in the human foot?

<p>12 (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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

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

What is the function of joint ligaments?

<p>To reinforce joints (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How many bones are in the human skeleton at birth?

<p>380 (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main function of the axial skeleton?

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

Which vertebra is called the atlas?

<p>1st vertebra (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the function of the intervertebral discs?

<p>To separate the vertebrae (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How many thoracic vertebrae are in the human spine?

<p>12 (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the function of the cranium?

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

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