Principles of Anatomy, Physiology and Fitness: Unit Contents

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What is the main function of the hyaline cartilage in the human body?

To act as a shock absorber in cartilaginous joints

To allow the cartilage to regain and return to its original shape

To provide a specific shape to the ear and walls of the Eustachian tube

To form the temporary skeleton of the foetus (correct)

Which type of cartilage is found in the ear, the walls of the Eustachian tube, and the epiglottis?

Elastic cartilage (correct)

Hyaline cartilage

Fibrocartilage

Dense cartilage

Which bones form the main frame or axis of the skeleton?

Phalanges, femur, and tibia

Femur, patella, and fibula

Cranium, sternum, and cervical vertebrae (correct)

Carpals, metacarpals, and tarsals

What is the main function of long bones in the human body?

To act as levers Signup and view all the answers

Which classification of bone consists of a main shaft (diaphysis) and usually two extremities (epiphysis)?

Long bones Signup and view all the answers

Which system is responsible for the movement of bones in the body?

The skeletal system Signup and view all the answers

In which section of the unit would you expect to learn about the heart and lungs?

Section 3: Cardiovascular and respiratory systems Signup and view all the answers

Which system deals with the breakdown of food and absorption of nutrients?

The digestive system Signup and view all the answers

Which section of the unit would include information about exercise and physical health?

Section 6: Health and wellbeing Signup and view all the answers

Which system provides the electrical stimulation for muscle contraction?

The neuromuscular system Signup and view all the answers

What is the main function of elastic cartilage in the human body?

To regain and return to its original shape Signup and view all the answers

How does hyaline cartilage differ from elastic cartilage?

It provides temporary support to the skeletal system Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of dense, durable, tough fibrous connective tissue in the skeletal system?

To withstand compression forces in the body Signup and view all the answers

How many types of cartilage are found in the human body?

Three Signup and view all the answers

What forms the temporary skeleton of the foetus before being replaced by bone?

Hyaline cartilage Signup and view all the answers

What is the function of fibrocartilage in the body?

To act as a shock absorber in cartilaginous joints Signup and view all the answers

Which bones are classified as long bones?

Humerus, femur, fibula, tibia, ulna, radius, metacarpals, metatarsals, and phalanges Signup and view all the answers

Where are the epiphyseal plates located in the bone?

Between the diaphysis and epiphysis Signup and view all the answers

What do short bones consist of?

A thin layer of cancellous bone sandwiched between two plate-like layers of compact bone Signup and view all the answers

Where is the articular (hyaline) cartilage located in a long bone?

In the expanded portion located at each end of the bone Signup and view all the answers