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Which part of the skeleton consists of the skull, vertebrae, ribs, and the sternum?
Which part of the skeleton consists of the skull, vertebrae, ribs, and the sternum?
- Axial skeleton (correct)
- Cervical vertebrae
- Lumbar vertebrae
- Appendicular skeleton
How many bones make up the spine in humans?
How many bones make up the spine in humans?
- 4
- 206
- 270
- 33 (correct)
Which part of the spine forms the lower back?
Which part of the spine forms the lower back?
- Cervical
- Lumbar (correct)
- Thoracic
- Sacrum
Which of the following is NOT a function of the skeleton?
Which of the following is NOT a function of the skeleton?
What is the primary function of ligaments?
What is the primary function of ligaments?
What is the purpose of synovial fluid in joints?
What is the purpose of synovial fluid in joints?
What is the function of osteoblasts in bone growth?
What is the function of osteoblasts in bone growth?
Which part of the skeleton is responsible for protecting the organs in the thoracic cavity?
Which part of the skeleton is responsible for protecting the organs in the thoracic cavity?
How many vertebrae are there in the cervical subsection of the spine?
How many vertebrae are there in the cervical subsection of the spine?
What is the purpose of the coccyx in humans?
What is the purpose of the coccyx in humans?
Which type of joint allows movement in all planes?
Which type of joint allows movement in all planes?
What is the primary function of tendons?
What is the primary function of tendons?
Which bone marrow stores fat and can convert to red bone marrow if needed?
Which bone marrow stores fat and can convert to red bone marrow if needed?
What is the function of the periosteum?
What is the function of the periosteum?
