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Multiple Choice Questions on Skeletal System Questions
Question 1 of 5
The breastbone is also known as the:
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The sternum, or breastbone, is the flat bone in the chest’s center, connecting ribs. The clavicle is the collarbone, manubrium is a sternum part, and scapula is the shoulder blade, making 'sternum' correct.
Question 2 of 5
Identify the bones of the leg.
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The leg includes the femur (thigh), tibia and fibula (lower leg), and patella (kneecap). Tarsals are ankle bones, not leg, making 'Femur, fibula, tibia and patella' correct.
Question 3 of 5
A suture is an example of a joint.
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Sutures, immovable skull joints, are fibrous, held by connective tissue. Synovial joints are movable, cartilaginous are slightly movable, making 'fibrous' correct (incomplete options assumed).
Question 4 of 5
A joint that allows for up and down movement in one plane is a joint.
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Hinge joints (e.g., elbow) permit up-and-down movement (flexion/extension) in one plane. Gliding allows sliding, condyloid two planes, and saddle is multi-directional, making 'hinge' correct.
Question 5 of 5
The deterioration of articular cartilage is called
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Osteoarthritis involves articular cartilage deterioration due to wear, causing joint pain. Osteoporosis is bone density loss, rheumatoid arthritis is autoimmune, and gouty arthritis is uric acid-related, making 'osteoarthritis' correct.