Skeletal and Muscular Systems Quiz

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What is one of the primary functions of the skeletal system?

Producing hormones

Providing structural support (correct)

Facilitating digestion

Regulating body temperature

How does the skeletal system interact with muscles?

By packaging waste products

By breaking down bone tissue

By acting as a framework for movements (correct)

By absorbing nutrients

Which of the following describes a characteristic of bone tissue?

It is composed solely of collagen fibers.

It constantly breaks down and rebuilds itself. (correct)

It is a rigid, nonliving structure.

It only forms during periods of growth.

Which is NOT a component of the skeletal system?

Nerves Signup and view all the answers

What effect does exercise have on the skeletal system?

Enhances bone development Signup and view all the answers

Which type of bone is primarily involved in the support and movement of the body?

Compact bone Signup and view all the answers

What happens to bones as a part of the aging process?

They tend to lose density. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a function of bone markings?

They serve as muscle attachment sites. Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary function of the extensor carpi radialis longus muscle?

Extension at the carpus (wrist) Signup and view all the answers

Which muscle group comprises approximately 60 percent of the skeletal muscles in the body?

Axial muscles Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a function of the axial muscles?

Stabilizing the pelvic girdle Signup and view all the answers

What do appendicular muscles primarily stabilize or move?

Components of the appendicular skeleton Signup and view all the answers

Which muscles are included in the axial muscles category?

Muscles of the vertebral column Signup and view all the answers

What functional role do muscles of the diaphragm and pelvic floor play?

They are involved in respiratory functions Signup and view all the answers

What is the main difference between axial and appendicular muscles?

Axial muscles are primarily involved in support of the vertebral column, appendicular muscles in limb movement Signup and view all the answers

What is a function of axial muscles regarding the rib cage?

They assist in movements facilitating breathing Signup and view all the answers

Which region demonstrates the most significant lateral flexion of the vertebral column?

Cervical region Signup and view all the answers

What type of joint is the shoulder joint classified as?

Ball-and-socket joint Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following joints is known to be the most frequently dislocated?

Shoulder joint Signup and view all the answers

Which anatomical structures contribute to the stability of the elbow joint?

Bony surfaces interlocking Signup and view all the answers

Which joint allows for flexion, extension, adduction, abduction, circumduction, and rotation?

Hip joint Signup and view all the answers

What describes the main function of the knee joint?

Hinge-like movement Signup and view all the answers

What is the largest and strongest articulation in the elbow joint?

Humeroulnar joint Signup and view all the answers

How does the complexity of the knee joint compare to the elbow joint?

More complex than the elbow Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary function of bone in relation to mineral storage?

Bones serve as a reservoir of minerals such as calcium and phosphate. Signup and view all the answers

Which type of marrow is primarily involved in blood cell production?

Red bone marrow Signup and view all the answers

Which skeletal structure is responsible for protecting the spinal cord?

Vertebrae Signup and view all the answers

How do bones function as levers in the body?

They change the speed and direction of movements created by muscles. Signup and view all the answers

What types of features can be found on the surfaces of bones?

Elevations where muscles attach and depressions for blood vessels Signup and view all the answers

What type of minerals are particularly important as cofactors in physiological processes?

Inorganic ions Signup and view all the answers

What aspect of bone markings can aid professionals such as anthropologists or pathologists?

The determination of individual characteristics from skeletal remains Signup and view all the answers

Which of these functions is NOT associated with the skeletal system?

Enhancement of blood circulation Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of articular cartilage in a synovial joint?

It prevents wear and tear by providing a cushioning effect. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following accurately describes synovial fluid?

It helps reduce friction between joint surfaces. Signup and view all the answers

What differentiates extrinsic ligaments from intrinsic ligaments in synovial joints?

Extrinsic ligaments are found both inside and outside the joint capsule. Signup and view all the answers

What is the function of tendons in relation to synovial joints?

They limit the range of motion and provide mechanical support. Signup and view all the answers

What occurs during extension at a joint?

Increases the angle between articulating bones Signup and view all the answers

What is abduction in relation to body movement?

Movement away from the longitudinal axis of the body Signup and view all the answers

Which type of movement occurs at synovial joints when two opposing surfaces slide past one another?

Gliding movement Signup and view all the answers

What kind of movement is described as decreasing the angle between articulating bones?

Flexion Signup and view all the answers

Which describes the process of adduction?

Bringing the arm back to the anatomical position Signup and view all the answers

Which description best characterizes bursae in synovial joints?

They are small pockets filled with synovial fluid that reduce friction. Signup and view all the answers

Which term best describes the movement of the arm drawing a large circle?

Circumduction Signup and view all the answers

What is a common characteristic of capsular ligaments?

They are continuous with the joint capsule. Signup and view all the answers

What does medial rotation involve?

The anterior surface of a limb turns toward the trunk Signup and view all the answers

Which statement is true about lateral rotation?

It is defined as movement away from the longitudinal axis Signup and view all the answers

Which joint allows for rotation of the radial head?

The proximal joint between the radius and ulna Signup and view all the answers

Which movement is NOT associated with circumduction?

Swinging the upper limb to the side Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

The Musculoskeletal System

This chapter provides a wider perspective on the functions and importance of the skeletal system, examining growth, remodeling, and repair mechanisms.
Bones support the weight of the body and work with muscles to control precise movements.
The 206 bones in the adult human body are dynamic living tissue, constantly breaking down and rebuilding.
Bone interaction with other body systems is crucial for life, not just movement.

Learning Objectives

Describe the skeletal system's primary functions.
Classify bones by shape and internal organization, including examples and functional significance.
Identify bone cell types and their functions.
Compare the structures and functions of compact and spongy bone.
Discuss the effects of exercise, hormones, and nutrition on bone development and skeletal system.
Describe fracture types and healing processes (summarize aging effects).
Identify bones of the axial and appendicular skeleton, plus their functions.
Identify upper and lower limb bones, their functions, and superficial features.

Primary Functions

Support: Bones provide a framework for soft tissue attachment.
Mineral and Lipid Storage: Bone stores minerals like calcium for osmotic balance and physiological processes. Also stores energy as lipids in yellow marrow.
Blood Cell Production: Red and white blood cells are produced in red bone marrow in many bones.
Protection: Bones like ribs, skull, vertebrae, and pelvis, protect internal organs.
Leverage: Skeletal muscles act on bones as levers, with significant movements from precise to full-body changes.

Bone Shapes

Sutural (Wormian): Small, irregularly-shaped bones within the skull sutures.
Irregular: Complex shapes, like vertebrae and pelvic bones.
Short: Box-like in appearance, like carpal and tarsal bones.
Flat: Thin, parallel surfaces; protect underlying tissues and provide large muscle attachment areas, like skull, sternum, ribs, and scapulae.
Long: Relatively long and slender; found in arms, legs, fingers, and toes; example: femur.
Sesamoid: Small, round, and flat; develop within tendons; example: patella.

Bone Markings

Elevations and projections are sites for tendon and ligament attachment.
Depressions, grooves, and tunnels are sites where blood vessels and nerves run.
Detailed examination can determine age, sex, and general appearance from incomplete skeletons.

Bone Structure

A typical long bone has a shaft (diaphysis) with an expanded end (epiphysis).
The diaphysis' wall is composed of compact bone, which surrounds a medullary cavity.
Spongy bone (cancellous bone) fills the epiphyses, arranged in trabeculae (oriented along stress lines).

Bone Cells

Osteocytes: Mature bone cells (main part of bone cell population).
Osteoblasts: Produce bone matrix in the process of ossification, releasing proteins and other organic components (responsible for bone matrix formation).
Osteogenic cells: Mesenchymal stem cells; produce osteoblasts.
Osteoclasts: Large cells that absorb and remove bone matrix (break down bone tissue).

Compact and Spongy Bone

Compact bone, dense, supports and protects. Thinnest where stresses arrive from limited directions.
Spongy bone, supports less heavily stressed areas and provides marrow storage (trabeculae are oriented along stress lines).

Bone Development

The skeleton's growth dictates the body's size and proportions, beginning around six weeks after fertilization.
Bone growth continues through adolescence and some bones do not stop growing until approximately age 25, with ossification (bone development) driving this process.

Bone Fracture

Fractures have specific names based on shape, location, or type of break.
Most fractures, if given appropriate conditions, heal through a process of blood clotting, callus formation, and bone remodeling.

Axial Skeleton

The axial skeleton forms the body's longitudinal axis, comprising 80 bones, supporting and protecting essential structures (skull, vertebral column, thoracic cage).

Appendicular Skeleton

The appendicular skeleton includes limbs and the girdles connecting them to the axial skeleton. These bones are responsible for movement and support related to the limbs. The bones of the pectoral and pelvic girdles connect the appendicular skeleton to the axial skeleton.

Joints

Functional joints classify according to movement freedom: immovable (synarthroses), slightly movable (amphiarthroses), and freely movable(diarthroses).
Based on structure, joints are classified as fibrous, cartilaginous, bony, and synovial. Synovial joints are freely movable and permit a wide range of movements. They are located between long bones of the limbs.
The structure of a synovial joint includes a joint capsule, synovial fluid, and articular cartilage, assisting movement and preventing bone contact.

Movements

Angular: (flexion, extension), (abduction, adduction), and (circumduction) are common movements that change the angle between articulating bones.
Rotational: Movement around a central axis (e.g., rotation of the head, forearm, or hip)
Special Movements: (like elevation, depression, protraction, retraction, opposition, and reposition) occur in specific joints.

Shoulder and Elbow Joints

The shoulder joint (glenohumeral joint) is a highly mobile ball-and-socket joint, sacrificing stability for a greater range of motion.
The elbow is a hinge joint, permitting flexion and extension primarily between the humerus, radius, and ulna.

Hip and Knee Joints

The hip joint is a stable ball-and-socket joint permitting flexion, extension, abduction, adduction, circumduction, and rotation. The knee joint functions as a hinge joint, with flexion and extension as the primary movements.

Skeletal Muscle

The muscular system is responsible for several critical functions including skeletal movement, maintaining posture, supporting tissues, guarding body openings, and regulating body temperature.
Skeletal muscle tissue is made up of highly specialized muscle fibers for contraction. These cells contain specialized structures like sarcolemma, sarcoplasm, myofibrils, sarcomeres, and more, allowing for efficient interactions between the muscle and other systems .
Muscles are arranged in layers of connective tissue; the epimysium, perimysium, and endomysium.
The nervous system communicates with skeletal muscles at the neuromuscular junction (NMJ).

Muscle Contractions

Isotonic: Muscle length changes during contraction. Concentric shortens, eccentric lengthens.
Isometric: Muscle length does not change, tension is generated but does not exceed the load.
ATP: Energy needed for muscle contraction.

Muscle Classification

Parallel: Fascicles are parallel to the long axis; example: biceps.
Convergent: Fascicles converge on a common attachment site; example: pectoralis muscles.
Pennate: Fascicles form an angle with the tendon (unipennate, bipennate, and multipennate); example: deltoid.
Circular: Fascicles are arranged around an opening; example: orbicularis oris.

Classes of Levers

Levers in the body can change the direction and strength of an applied force.
First-class levers: Fulcrum is between load and force.
Second-class levers: Load is between the force and the fulcrum.
Third-class levers: Force is between the load and the fulcrum.

Origin, Insertion, and Actions

Origin: The fixed attachment point of a muscle.
Insertion: The point of attachment that moves when the muscle contracts.
Action: The specific movement produced when the muscles contract.

Muscle Names

Muscle names often describe the muscle's location, origin or insertion, fascicle arrangement or position, shape or characteristic features, and/or action.

Axial and Appendicular Muscles

Axial muscles: Position the head, spine, and rib cage.
Appendicular muscles: Stabilize or move components of the limbs.

Effects of Aging on Muscle

Muscle fibers shrink. Muscle tissue loses elasticity.
Less tolerance to exercise.
Reduced ability to recover from injuries.

Exercise and Body Systems Interaction

Exercise triggers various physiological responses in the cardiovascular, respiratory, and integumentary systems to maximize body function while exercising.

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