Question 1

Match the following.
-vertebrae

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A)  carpal tunnel syndrome
B)  flat bones
C)  irregular bone
D)  sinusitis
E)  osteoporosisF) long boneG) sprainH) short boneI) arthritis

Question 2

Each of the following bones is part of the axial skeleton EXCEPT which one?

Accepted Answer

A)   ribs
B)   vertebrae
C)   sternum
D)   maxilla
E)   clavicle

Question 3

Which one of the following disorders of the skeletal system results from the "wearing out" of the cartilage that covers the ends of bones?

Accepted Answer

A)   bursitis
B)   osteoarthritis
C)   tennis elbow
D)   rheumatoid arthritis
E)   sinusitis

Question 4

Using the figure above, identify the bones of the appendicular skeleton.
-Label G represents the ________ bone.

Accepted Answer

A)  humerus
B)  patella
C)  radius
D)  metatarsals
E)  phalangesF) scapulaG) tibiaH) femur

Question 5

Which one of the following statements is TRUE regarding parathyroid hormone (PTH) ?

Accepted Answer

A)   It stimulates the release of growth hormone.
B)   It is released when blood calcium levels are high.
C)   It has the same function as calcitonin.
D)   It causes the breakdown of bone.
E)   It causes decreased activity of osteoclasts.

Question 6

Chondroblasts produce ________.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Chondroblasts produce ________....

Question 7

Osteoclasts dissolve the hydroxyapatite and digest the matrix during bone remodeling.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 8

Individuals can prevent osteoporosis by including sufficient supplies of vitamin C and calcium in their diets and maintaining a consistent exercise program.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 9

In which of the following bones are the teeth anchored?

Accepted Answer

A)   mandible and zygomatic bones
B)   mandible and maxilla
C)   maxilla and zygomatic bones
D)   mandible and sphenoid bone
E)   sphenoid bone and maxilla

Question 10

Arrange in the proper sequence the following events as they occur in the ossification of a long bone. 
1)  Chondroblasts die, and the surrounding matrix breaks down.
2)  Osteoblasts secrete osteoid.
3)  Blood vessels transport osteoblasts into the area to be ossified.
4)  Chondroblasts create a model of long bones from cartilage.
5)  Osteoblasts become osteocytes.

Accepted Answer

A)   3, 2, 5, 4, 1
B)   4, 1, 3, 2, 5
C)   4, 1, 5, 3, 2
D)   5, 2, 3, 1, 4
E)   3, 2, 1, 5, 4

Question 11

Immovable joints such as those found between bones of the skull are ________ joints.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Immovable joints such as those found between...

Question 12

As osteocytes become enclosed in small chambers called lacunae, they still can communicate via ________.

Accepted Answer

The answer of As osteocytes become enclosed in small chambers...

Question 13

A typical long bone has an epiphysis at each end, which can be thought of as

Accepted Answer

A)   yellow bone marrow.
B)   a cylindrical hollow shaft.
C)   a tough layer of connective tissue.
D)   a site of water storage.
E)   an enlarged knob.

Question 14

The ________ bones are pierced by tiny openings through which the tear ducts drain.

Accepted Answer

The answer of The ________ bones are pierced by tiny...

Question 15

Which one of the following statements is TRUE regarding fibrous joints?

Accepted Answer

A)   They are freely movable and can bend and rotate.
B)   The bones are separated by a fluid-filled cavity that lubricates the joint.
C)   Fibrous joints present at birth between bones of the skull develop into sutures in the adult.
D)   The bones are held together by cartilage and tendons.
E)   They include hinge joints and ball-and-socket joints.

Exam 5: The Skeletal System

Osteoclasts dissolve the hydroxyapatite and digest the matrix during bone remodeling.

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In which of the following bones are the teeth anchored?

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Match the following. -vertebrae

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As osteocytes become enclosed in small chambers called lacunae, they still can communicate via ________.

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A typical long bone has an epiphysis at each end, which can be thought of as

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Chondroblasts produce ________.

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Using the figure above, identify the bones of the appendicular skeleton. -Label G represents the ________ bone.

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Immovable joints such as those found between bones of the skull are ________ joints.

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Which one of the following statements is TRUE regarding parathyroid hormone (PTH) ?

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Each of the following bones is part of the axial skeleton EXCEPT which one?

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Individuals can prevent osteoporosis by including sufficient supplies of vitamin C and calcium in their diets and maintaining a consistent exercise program.

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Which one of the following statements is TRUE regarding fibrous joints?

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The ________ bones are pierced by tiny openings through which the tear ducts drain.

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Which one of the following disorders of the skeletal system results from the "wearing out" of the cartilage that covers the ends of bones?

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Exam 5: The Skeletal System

Osteoclasts dissolve the hydroxyapatite and digest the matrix during bone remodeling.

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In which of the following bones are the teeth anchored?

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Match the following. -vertebrae

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As osteocytes become enclosed in small chambers called lacunae, they still can communicate via ________.

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A typical long bone has an epiphysis at each end, which can be thought of as

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Chondroblasts produce ________.

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Using the figure above, identify the bones of the appendicular skeleton. -Label G represents the ________ bone.

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Immovable joints such as those found between bones of the skull are ________ joints.

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Which one of the following statements is TRUE regarding parathyroid hormone (PTH) ?

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Each of the following bones is part of the axial skeleton EXCEPT which one?

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Individuals can prevent osteoporosis by including sufficient supplies of vitamin C and calcium in their diets and maintaining a consistent exercise program.

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Which one of the following statements is TRUE regarding fibrous joints?

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The ________ bones are pierced by tiny openings through which the tear ducts drain.

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Which one of the following disorders of the skeletal system results from the "wearing out" of the cartilage that covers the ends of bones?

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