Exam 7: The Skeleton

How are the pectoral and pelvic girdles structurally different? How is this difference reflected in their functions?

The antebrachium is composed of which of the following two bones?

Which forms the largest portion of the coxal bone?

The large fossa on the anterior aspect of the scapula is the _.

The "true wrist" or carpus consists of .

Which vertebral curvature abnormality is the most serious? Why?

Which of the following is the abnormal curve often seen in pregnant women as they attempt to preserve their center of gravity toward the end of the pregnancy?

The pituitary gland is housed in the _.

The largest foramen in the body is the foramen.

The is the primary bone in the septum of the nose.

The pelvic girdle does not include the .

Which of the following statements is true regarding the location of the center of gravity of the body?

Describe the composition of the intervertebral discs.

Which of the following bones is not weight bearing?

The hyoid bone is unique because it .

What is the major function of the axial skeleton?

If the hyoid bone is not attached to another bone why is it so important?

How do the first two cervical vertebrae differ from other cervical vertebrae? What are their functions?

Choose the statement that is most correct about orbits.

Describe how the arches of the foot are maintained.