5 Questions
According to the passage, where are the highest pressures in the body found?
In the weight bearing bones and joints
What is the maximum pressure that may be found in the knee joint according to the passage?
10 atm
How does the surface area of a bone at the joint help reduce pressure according to the passage?
The larger area distributes the force, thus reducing the pressure
How have finger bones adapted to reduce pressure according to the passage?
They are flat rather than cylindrical on the gripping side
What is the equation used in the passage to describe the relationship between pressure, force, and area?
P = F/A
This quiz discusses how pressure is distributed in weight-bearing bones, specifically focusing on the knees. It explains how the surface area of a bone at a joint affects pressure and how bone structure adapts to reduce pressure. The formula P=F/A (pressure equals force divided by area) is also mentioned.
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